Ronald Reagan

THE IMPORTANCE OF RONALD REGAN Ronald Regan is important because he helped restore optimism in America, grow the economy, and brought an end to the cold war. As the nation’s 40th president, Ronald Reagan was an infectiously optimistic. He gave hope with his optimistic personality at a time where people were afraid of a nuclear war braking out. He even showed optimism and hope when he told the country he had Alzheimer's "When the Lord calls me home, whenever that may be," he said, "I will…

I’ve learned that Ronald Reagan was a good communicator, which helped him to persuade his audience. Reagan didn’t just inform his audiences, yet he was trying to gain their trust to them. He failed to achieve that with that with the minority of electorate, but he was able to gain the trust of the majority of the electorate. His credibility made him successful in communicating his message because of his personal and professional relations. Also his rating shows that he was a really famous and…

Project that was made just in 1984 with Ronald Reagan. The incident of the Challenger called for President Reagan to address the issue, and former President Ronald Reagan answered the call with his famous speech, "Shuttle `Challenger ' Disaster Address." Within his speech, Reagan not only addressed the issue, but he comforted those who tuned in to watch, paid tribute to the astronauts for their service, and also encouraged future space quest. Ronald Reagan’s tone was very empathetic, but…

Ronald reagan was president for 8 years starting in 1981 then being re-elected for a 2nd term in 1985 later completing his 2 term of presidency in 19 89. Ronald Reagan 's farewell speech was given during his 34th and final broadcast as president. This speech was composed of several sections, one being the final section based around the concept of “The Shining City on a Hill”. Being that this was his last broadcast to the people of the nation he expressed his final thoughts of the past 8 years he…

people, he knew that the media had the power to sway public opinion in his favor. Like President Kennedy, President Reagan knew the importance the media played in public opinion. President Reagan was…

In spite of a tragedy on that brisk January day, President Ronald Reagan brought the nation together as one, in mourning the loss of seven lives aboard the space shuttle, Challenger. What made this moment so heartbreaking was due to the fact that not only were six astronauts lives lost, but also, the life of a teacher whom was about to make history by becoming the “first teacher in space” in addition to participating in an outreach program allowing her to teach lessons from her “out of this…

major speeches on former President Ronald Reagan’s approval ratings will illustrate that overall, President Reagan’s speeches did indeed make him more popular with the public. While the data collected cannot provide a definitive or comprehensive explanation for all forty-four American presidents, it yields an interesting and often underscored point— that presidential speeches can in fact have an impact on popularity. Based on the evidence collected, Ronald Reagan may be considered a brilliant…

Background and Summary Ronald Reagan did not begin his spotlight of fame as a politician, but rather a Hollywood actor. He started his political career off as a conservative California governor, but he aspired to achieve greater heights as he ran multiple times for the Republican nomination of president. He won such nomination in 1980, and ultimately the presidency. The speech is his inaugural address to the country before claiming the position. Additionally, he was the face of the conservative…

Thatcher (former prime minister of Great Britain) delivered a eulogy to the American people. This eulogy honored the former United States president Ronald Reagan, whom she had worked closely. The United States had lost a great president who was a great man and dear friend to many. Thatcher needed to choose her words to respect what America saw in President Reagan and to bring needed memories back into the minds of the American people listening. In her eulogy, Thatcher uses appeals to ethos,…

Thatcher’s Lasso Words ring in the air, statements pound like the hoofs of a racing horse, and passion possess the audience's soul throughout Margaret Thatcher’s eulogy for president Ronald Reagan. The former prime minister of Great Britain (and close friend of Ronald Reagan), reflects on the memories left behind by a great man. Margaret Thatcher wrote an awe-inspiring eulogy while effectively using pathos, ethos, and diction. Initially, Thatcher uses excellent pathos to create an emotional…