Airline Deregulation Act of 1978 — Bunk History

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Who Gave Away the Skies to the Airlines?

In 1978, Jimmy Carter signed the Airline Deregulation Act. It gave rise to some truly miserable air travel—and neoliberalism.

by Elie Mystal via The Nation on March 11, 2025

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