The thing I so loved about President Reagan was that he was Presidential. He exuded confidence. Even those that didn't agree with his politics felt inspired, patriotic and safe; hence his winning 49 states in 1984. I only learned today that he lost that 50th state(Minnesota) by 2500 votes. Wow! He restored a perceived weak nation back to a feared super-power in short time. I think GW went to school on Reagan and it shows. Rushmore is a lock in my opinion. I'm glad the family's suffering is over. I sure would love to have had a coherent Reagan to offer his wisdom and one-liners these last 10 years. I'm sorry, but I can't be sad at his passing. He lived a long(where do I sign?), supremely successful life. His ascention to Heaven is a blessing for himself and his family. He's done his part. The baton of freedom has been passed to capable hands. Heaven must be abuzz tonite. (my allergies must be acting up....sniff)
And he was supposed to stop off in MN to make one last appearance before going back to the ranch on election day. He didn't for some reason. But if he had it would have been a clean sweep 50-0. Amazing!