“Did he know which way was up on gun control, amnesty, etc.?”
Earlier you were talking about President Reagan’s willingness to compromise where neccessary, and now you’re implying that a compromise impeaches his principles.
Can’t have it both ways.
And yes, he knew which way was up on gun control and amnesty, but sacrificed for what he judged to be higher priorities.
I was in no way impeaching his principles. The facts are the he was not compromising on amnesty & gun control, they were his ideas & beliefs. In fact he lobbied hard for the Brady bill after leaving office.
I’ve said repeatedly that Reagan was the Conservative standard bearer, still is today even after his passing. I love the man. Was he perfect in all his ideas & thinking in relation to mine? No. Was he to most Conservatives today? No. Was he about 95%? Probably. Most 100% guys don’t get elected.....especially in California.
If you’re going to try & read my mind, please do a better job.