Ronald Reagan, "Reagan" by Lou Cannon

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Cannon argues that much of Reagan's optimism, determination and political motivation spur from living through the Depression. Reagan sees the Depression as a national tragedy, not a personal one, and forever becomes enthralled with President Roosevelt's ability to renew self confidence and courage in the American people during the national crisis...
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Reagan works through college to able to attend and while at Eureka College, Reagan has his first personal taste of both politics and acting. As a young man, Reagan is cast as a 'B -list actor', goes through a public marriage and divorce, and serves on active duty in WWII...
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