Peggy Noonan finds the end of the President's speech "a little grating". After having read her book about her experience in speech writing for Reagan, I'm left to wonder if Peggy isn't defending her own legacy a little too strongly. I like many things that she has written, but now is not the time for her jealousy to come forward.
Peggy Noonan's done a 180....she loved the speech this afternoon.
I love Peggy lots, but I think you may be right....
She alluded to other movements of Freedom before in our country, my mind flashed instaneously to Reagan. I do think you are correct a touch of jealousy colored her remarks unfortunately. No one disputes Reagan's accomplishments, well, not too many today have the courage to dispute him openly as they did in the '80's.
This speech doesn't diminish Reagan or anything she wrote. But, she's human I suppose we can grant some leeway.
I know I risk getting flamed here, but while I agree Peggy Noonan is a lovely woman and a terrific writer, her voice and mannerisms 'grate' on me.
I heard Peggy's "grating" comment and changed channels.
Earlier today on FNC with Brit, she wasn't really able to grasp the speech and looks like she still hasn't. Wonder if she's read it yet?
So many others have expressed amazement at the breadth and depth and import of this speech - methinks the lady might be protecting her own legacy a tad much. What IS up with her?