[dfwgator]

The liberals hatred of Reagan was only matched by the hatred from the Rockefeller Republicans before Reagan became President. That shows how much he did transform the GOP.

[Paulus Invictus]

"He revitalized the economy, won the Cold War, and made Americans feel confident again."

The hate-filled RATs cannot accept these simple facts about Reagan, are mired in their hate for him and now show the same, equally-undeserved hate for President Bush. RATs are scum!

[WestVirginiaRebel]

Before Reagan, the party was interested more in the size of the deficit rather than the size of government, in detente more than freedom and a party hostile to social conservatism

Sadly, many in the GOP seem to have returned to their old ways...

Reagan's style of leadership was a throwback to a populist style that might have seemed anachronistic when compared with modern politics, but it crossed party lines. His message really was about style over substance and ideas rather than agendas.

[KingofZion]

Fantastic post.

As the years go on, his legacy becomes all the more amazing.

I am proud that my first vote was cast for RR.

[Windsong]

A great man, to be sure, although I cared little for his views on divorce.

[kellynla]

BTTT

[Libloather]

Answer: Blueberry flavour was created for Ronald Reagan's presidential inauguration in 1981 when over three tons of Jelly Belly jelly beans were consumed during the festivities. (Jelly Belly already had red and white versions. Blue was made to go along with the other two colors.)

A portrait of President Ronald Reagan made from 10,000 Jelly Belly jelly beans hangs in the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California.

During the presidency of Ronald Reagan, Jelly Belly jelly beans were served in the Oval Office and on Air Force One. A holder was designed for the plane so the jar of Jelly Belly jelly beans would not spill during turbulence.

REAGAN LIBRARY PRESIDENTIAL JELLY BELLY™ JAR
A favorite in the Oval Office and Cabinet Room. Gourmet assorted Jelly Belly flavors fill this 12 oz. souvenir candy jar that includes the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library seal and signature. #FOJ030 $14.95