RONALD REAGAN PART SIX: Hands Across America

RONALD REAGAN PART SIX: Hands Across America

Author: Bruce Carlson March 23, 2026 Duration: 43:15
My History Can Beat Up Your Politics
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Homelessness, education, healthcare and other domestic issues under constant evaluation during the time of the Reagan Presidency. We look at the personal Ronald Reagan and the contention of critics that his policies didn't match the person. We look at first term and second term policy differences on homelessness, and the contention by supporters that homelessness was focused on by media in the 80's but not during other Presidencies. Finally, we look at Reagan's response to AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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