That's because Reagan didn't talk down to the American people the way W does.
That is the most ridiculous post I've seen yet. People that hate him can't make up their minds whether he is an idiot or a tyrannical dictator, but pundits always agree that what keeps him going is his connection to the public.
If you think he is talking down to you, you must be dumber than a rock or you think he's a genius!!!