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About How Ronald Reagan Changed Conservatism In America

Ronald Reagan. The 40th President of the United States. An ambitious and charming figure unlike any other in America's history. A leader who rocked the U.S. economy with his infamous Reaganomics and divided opinion both on home turf and abroad. Reagan was more than just a brilliant speechmaker, more than a visionary. His political flare achieved progress, not just in America but all over the world. Here we look back at the most defining moments and how a former actor changed Conservatism in America forever.

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Title
How Ronald Reagan Changed Conservatism In America
Category
Society
Runtime
44 minutes
Language
English
Publisher
Real History

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