We got what we got because we wanted that. Eight years of nonstop eloquence with no substance was eight years too much. A powerful speaker will attract attention, but eventually we will have to listen to what is said rather than how it is said.
"Eight years of nonstop eloquence with no substance was eight years too much."
I trust that you are referring to klinton, not Ronald Reagan. If so, I'd suggest replacing 'eloquence' with shameless.