Ronald Reagan and the betrayal of Main Street America
Kleinknecht, William
2009
Discusses the legacy of Ronald Reagan's presidency, arguing that despite people's nostalgia for his time in office, he destroyed the American way of life by initiating unsustainable economic policies while pioneering the use of divisive issues to distract everyday citizens.
Profiles the political career and policies of former President Ronald Reagan including his negotiations with Gorbachev, his opposition to foreign interventions, and his distrust of big government.
Discusses the role President Reagan and his administrative staff had in ending the Cold War and developing a stronger relationship with the Soviet Union.
Presents a comprehensive examination of the presidency of Ronald Reagan comparing the significant political events during the 1980s with the social and cultural developments of that decade.
Examines the transformations that took place in America government, economy, and culture during the Reagan years, exploring how Ronald Reagan's policies and convictions impacted American society and world affairs.
