No.
But you're comparing Trump's best point to Reagan's worst.
You have to look at the complete picture.
Reagan understood conservatism through and through. Trump's understanding, or what anyone can make of it, seems superficial.
And Reagan had better communication skills. Yes, he did.
Trump attacks the media more aggressively than Reagan, but remember that there was no significant conservative talk radio at the time and no internet.
People are latching onto Donald for good reasons: his outspokenness, his immigration stance, and the desire to "make America great." But this platform is a mile wide and an inch deep.
There may be more to Trump, but I need to see it. And even if he does eventually begin speaking with a solid understanding of conservatism, why would I prefer him to a man like Cruz?
Listen carefully to Trump's speeches or read a transcript. He's all over the place like an air hockey puck.
Reagan was always focused.
And that's inappropriate, how?
You have to look at the complete picture.
I know I don't have to tell you the greater part of wisdom is knowing what to ignore as superfluous, but perhaps a reminder is in order.
But this platform is a mile wide and an inch deep.
That's why it's called a platform. In any negotiations, which Trump knows he's going to engage in, flexibility is inversely proportional to what the other side knows of your position.
Do you want him to make you comfy, or utilize his proven ability to "get it done?"
Listen carefully to Trump's speeches or read a transcript. He's all over the place like an air hockey puck.
Again, his forte is accomplishment, not oratory.
One thing Dad taught me I'll never forget: you can't argue with performance.