Just imagine. All that clouded memory will vanish in an instant as he passes from time into eternity. May the good Lord please allow him to pass peacefully.
Reagan shot back quickly: "No, it won't and I want to say categorically that I will not let the youth and inexperience of my opponent be an issue in this campaign."
The entire hall erupted in laughter. Walter Mondaly chuckled. The reporter was blown away. Ronald Reagan fought to hold back a smile. Finally, the television camera caught him sneaking out a grin as he reached for a glass of water.
He totally defused the issue of his age and assure his re-election right there. And he did it with grace and humor.