Reagan's Impact on American Society A Lasting Legacy of Change

Ronald Reagan, the 40th president of the United States, is arguably said by many Americans to be the best president in U.S. history. Ronald Reagan is the ... The efforts of academics, conservative think tanks, and political leaders on emphasizing markets and reducing government paid off after the election of ... The Reagan era refers to the period during Ronald Reagan's presidency from 1981 to 1989, marked by a shift towards conservative policies in the United ... As U.S. President, Reagan reduced government spending in a host of areas like public housing and food stamps. However, his administration was a ... In the depths of the 1981-1982 recession, Americans were far more displeased with their president and his policies than were their ... His commitment to restore morality to the White House and US foreign policy, along with his campaign pledge to never lie to the American people, ... Deregulated the economy and got us out of the stagflation of the 70's. The economy and the stock market boomed. The only president we've ever ... ... of the longest lasting impacts of just about any modern president. ... of the United States and the world. They range from highly specific ... In addition to reviving the economy and reducing the size of the federal government, Ronald Reagan also wished to restore American stature in the world. ... influence social and behavioral science research agendas today in the United States. ... enduring influence on homelessness research and policy.