I came across one of Reagan's speeches, A Time for Choosing, a while back and his words are still important and relevant today. I think I'm going to compare all the 2008 Republican candidates to Reagan and see how well they stand up. Anybody have fond memories of Reagan's years in office (which I sadly missed) or think he's the worst president ever (which is Carter actually) like my liberal American History professor in college?
Funny thing is my professor's outright hatred of Reagan made me like Reagan even more. So much for indoctrination, but I know my classmates were eating it up like it was the Gospel which is sad.
I don’t think there will ever be another Reagan, but we can hope. We’ve got Giuliani who is great on fiscal matters and national security, but a liberal on everything social. Then there is Huckabee who is a “compassionate conservative” on social issues, but a liberal on immigration enforcement, prison sentences, and he’s made some crazy statements about foreign policy.
In comes Romney. If there is anyone that can bring together fiscal conservatives and social conservatives, it has to be Romney. Like Reagan, he changed his position on abortion, but I welcome all converts to the pro-life belief. He’s a successful businessman, and at a time when the future of the economy is uncertain, someone with his experience is invaluable. Is he a perfect candidate? Of course not, but those are rare. I’m looking for the best person for the job, and I think he’d do an awesome job.
Also, Reagan was good looking, and so is Romney. Never underestimate a candidate’s social qualities–their looks, poise, articulateness. That’s not a word probably.