As to Rand Paul being the next Ronald Reagan, I think that is more than a tad premature.
We probably have no "next Ronald Reagan" in our future nor a "next Mother Theresa" nor a "next George Washington." On a cheerier note, we shall probably not have a "next Comrade O" after we are done with the current occupier of the White House.
Don't feel compelled to reply as I am home only for today. When I am back here full time, I shall let you know.
FMDJ: I trust that you have not been harmed by the flooding in your town. God bless.
Aside from some leaks in the crawl space into the one end of the basement, no real serious flooding problems. Parts of my area were not as lucky, however. Take care !