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She talked about how one of President Reagan's great strengths was being able to change his mind. She went on to say that maybe this was something the current president could learn from - to read and change his mind. I was really shocked. Have things gotten so bad?

Sarah Brady has been in serious anti-Republican mode since her husband was shot and paralyzed when Reagan was shot. As far as I know, Reagan did not become anti-2nd Amendment after that, so I'm not sure what Sarah means. Does anyone else remember Reagan changing his mind dramatically on any issue while in office, or even after leaving it?

Just another instance of folks trying to change Reagan's legacy to suit their own political agendas.

I think Sarah Brady is factually correct, actually. Reagan did change his mind on things like taxes and abortion in some cases, and has generally been seen as putting up a tough front, but compromising with the left. He famously had a good relationship with Tip O'Neill, who visited the White House at least once a week.

Reagan also did something for Jim Brady that never seems to get enough coverage. He never took Brady off the payroll and he was the Official Press Secretary till Reagan left office.
That means he kept his salary and more importantly his health insurance. Never let it be said the Reagan was not a "Compassionate Conservative"!