[DrJeff]

I recall Reagan's voice as a combination of compassion, strength, and power. He had a commanding presence, a serious leader for a serious time. I admire how he tackled tough decisions. His "surly bounds" speech in '86 is mesmerizing as he addressed the hopes of a nation and the sadness at the loss of our STS crew.

Neither Cruz nor Trump have the personality or wit of Reagan. Ted is nasally and condescending; Trump is gruff and very brief. Reagan had a combination of quick wit, subtle humor, and oratory skills unmatched by most politicians. He was a statesman in every sense of the word. Unfortunately, I no longer see any of our politicians as true "statesmen." I believe Reagan had a real love for this republic - very deep contrast to the elite crowd today.

[enumerated]

I agree with everything you said about Reagan. A great tribute actually. I even agree with what you said about Trump. Gruff and brief. He is no Reagan. But, I submit that Trump in 2016 has a bigger challenge than RR in 1980: To destroy PC speech, which is now so pernicious and established as to cancell out all reason, accountability and critical thinking.

Go Trump!!