Ronald took office on January 20,1981, but as I already mentioned he was shot only 69 days later. Ronald Reagan was shot by John Hinckley Jr., outside the Washington hotel. Hinkley said he was trying to get attention from the actress Jodie Foster. Luckily, he recovered very well and returned to office shortly after. The fact that he had so much grace and he was smart about it made his popularity soar. I love Jelly Beans so…