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The Players:

Republican: Ronald Reagan/Bob Dole
Democrat: Morris Udall/Jimmy Carter

Udall narrowly won the Democratic primary by the skin of his teeth and many liberals preferred him over the more moderate Carter. Reagan challenged Vice President Rockefeller from the right and cleaned his clock with the GOP base. Reagan is a favorite among conservatives but Dole is seen as a bit abrasive and even more to the right than he is.

Some observers wonder what would have happened had Ford gotten into the race instead of keeping his pledge to stay out. As it is, this election looks to be a lot closer than anyone thought. Which ticket do you choose?
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