Guess we hear two entirely different speeches.
I guess it’s a question of “endorsement” definition. To me, it’s like signing my name to the back of a check. It’s a “I’m vowing, with my honor, that this check is valid”.
Reagan speaking about the troubles of the world are A, B, C. and what we need to do about it is D, E, F.
Other than him using the Title and Name “President Ford”, where does he “Endorse” Ford?
I'm sorry to intervene, but I also did not hear a direct endorsement of President Ford in that convention speech. He did endorse the Republican Platform and ideals. If I'm wrong and you can direct me to the exact wording of a specific endorsement of Pres Ford as the candidate I stand corrected. Also, the remarks by Reagan were impromptu, not a scheduled speech - he was called down to speak by President Ford - a kind of awkward situation all around which he handled magnificently.
Either way, if Ted Cruz makes comments similar to the ones made by Reagan would you consider that an endorsement of Donald Trump? Not comparing Reagan with Cruz, just trying to establish the ground rules, if any, to satisfy.
I suspect that even if Cruz gives a ringing endorsement of Trump it will not suffice for some.