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Ronald Reagan
This article is filed under Characters.Ronald Wilson Reagan (February 6, 1911 - June 5, 2004) was our 40th United States President.
Beginning Careers
Not only was Reagan a strong speaker, but he was also a truly multi-faceted person. Born and raised in Tampico, Illinois, he started out serving in the army from 1937-1945. He then drifted around the media industry, serving as a Hollywood film actor, then a television and news reporter. From 1967-1975, he served as the 33rd Governor of California. By the end of the decade, America's economic prosperity had been at a hiatus, and the low rankings of then-current President Jimmy Carter had taken their toll on the political system.
Presidency
Reagan was eventually sworn into office and inaugurated in 1981. The "Gipper," as he was unofficially called, set to work immediately. In the years that followed, Reagan not only dealt with the mainstream issues that plagued American citizens, but he also was faced with the task of bringing down the dreaded Soviet Union, which he referred to as an "evil empire."
In the election of 1984, Reagan's presidency got a new lease in life. The Cold War was heating up more than ever, with Soviet expansion placing threats on neighboring countries. Through constant determination and stubborn attitude, Reagan challenged the Soviets to open to more freedom and promote democracy.
Within years, the formidable Soviet empire ceased to exist. As the decade came to a close, the elderly President made it clear that Alzheimer's had gotten the better of him. He would not be serving a third term. Vice President George H.W. Bush would take his place in 1989.
Death and Legacy
The man himself passed away on June 5, 2004, at his residence in the Bel Air neighborhood in Los Angeles. Reagan was the oldest President sworn into office (aged 69) and the longest living President in general (aged 93). He is currently survived by his wife Nancy, and his five children. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Foundation in Simi Valley often exhibits his contributions and personal life.
Quotes
Ronald Reagan Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!
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Ronald Reagan All great change in America begins at the dinner table.
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Ronald Reagan I am not worried about the deficit. It is big enough to take care of itself.
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Ronald Reagan I never drink coffee at lunch. I find it keeps me awake for the afternoon.
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Ronald Reagan One picture is worth 1,000 denials.
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Ronald Reagan Politics is not a bad profession. If you succeed, there are many rewards. If you disgrace yourself, you can always write a book.
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Ronald Reagan Hey dudes. Thanks for rescuing me. Now let's go for a burger. Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!
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Ronald Reagan A recession is when your neighbor loses your money. A depression is when you lose your neighbors' money. A recovery is when you give me your money!
Trivia
- His favourite candy was Jelly Belly jellybeans. At every White House metting, he would even have a bowl of then set out.
- His favourite flavour of jellybean was liquorice.
- Was once kidnapped by Ninjas. However, he was rescued from said ninjas by 2 bad enough dudes to rescue him.
- After returning to the White House, he took said dudes out for a burger.
- Ronald has stated that he utterly rejects God.
- Huey Freeman thinks that Ronald Reagan was the Devil. Well, with a quote like that above, who could blame him?
- A nuclear-powered aircraft carrier was named in his honour in the Noughties. The carrier in question is the USS Ronald Reagan, CVN-76.
