How Did Ronald Reagan Influence The American People's Idea Of Equality

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Reagan, the 40th president of the united states was best known for his acting career before entering the political arena. Reagan’s great public speaking skills , wonderful sense of humor, and little to no experience in politics landed him the highest position in government in the United States of America. He was emowered by his supporter and doubted by skeptics like any ordinary president. Throught it all, history and facts regard him as one of the most effective and accomplished presents of all times. Ronald Reagan’s beliefs about equality transcended the American people’s idea of equality. William E. Pemberton describes Reagan as a president that was against affirmative action by stating, “He attacked affirmative action on the grounds that …show more content…

They suggested drastic cuts to defense spending. But Reagan was determined to increase the country's defense budget. In Reagan's opinion, the armed services was one area of government that had suffered years of neglect. According to the Pentagon, the Soviet Union was spending 50 percent more on weapons each year than the United States was. Reagan believed that a Soviet Union that was stronger than the United States posed a threat to world peace. He wanted [peace through strength] for the American people. Reversing the years of neglect would be expensive and difficult, but Reagan was determined to stand behind his words. During his campaign, Reagan had been repeatedly asked, [What if it comes down to a choice between national security and the deficit?] In response, he had answered, [I'd have to come down on the side of national defense.] (Benson …show more content…

Reagan didn’t encourage war, but his mission was to make America the strongest nation because the linked military strength to power. Reagan believed this would be achieved by making it the strongest country militarily. For years, the military had been neglected and he felt that it was a priority to rebuild it. The United States’ status of super power can be attributed to Reagan because of the emphasis he placed on building the military. This lead the United States to being the most respected country. Because of this, Reagan had the tools and power needed to put a stop to the spread of communism and end the Cold War. These huge accomplishments occurred during his term as president, therefore making him one of the most accomplished United States presidents of all time. Furthermore, Lou Cannon explains Reagan’s innovative defense system by

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