President Ford's "Whip Inflation Now" campaign aimed to encourage American citizens to combat rising inflation through voluntary cutbacks in spending and measures to save energy. The purpose of the campaign was to promote a sense of unity and shared responsibility among Americans to address the economic challenges of the time. Additionally, the campaign sought to raise awareness about the causes and consequences of inflation and empower individuals to take action to control it. Ultimately, President Ford hoped that the "Whip Inflation Now" campaign would help stabilize the economy and restore confidence in the government's ability to manage inflation.
