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Hostage Story Shaped Reagan's Image
- Louis C.K. recounts the Carter-Reagan hostage story and Reagan getting credit when hostages were freed.
- He frames it as a Republican family legend with uncertain truth but memorable political theater.
Reagan Shooting And The Brady Bill
- Louis C.K. describes Reagan's 1981 assassination attempt and James Brady's lifelong injury.
- He explains how the Brady Bill emerged from Brady's campaign for gun control.
Iran‑Contra's Public Spectacle
- Louis C.K. summarizes Iran-Contra as Reagan-era covert ops run by Oliver North.
- He recalls North taking blame theatrically and later running for office, a scandal called 'Iran-Contra' or 'Contra-gate.'