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  • Time will temper idolization of Reagan (fear and gnashing from Matthew Dallek)

    06/13/2004 9:57:43 AM PDT · by new cruelty · 51 replies · 216+ views
    Philadelphia Inquirer ^ | Sun, Jun. 13, 2004 | Matthew Dallek
    When Harry Truman left office, few could have predicted that 50 years later, his reputation would soar into the stratosphere. In 1953, Truman's approval ratings hovered in the 20s, the Korean War had bogged down, and labor unrest and soaring inflation dogged his reputation. Now, however, Truman is a beloved, folksy figure who, it is said, saved America from communist aggression and expanded civil rights and health care to millions nationwide. So, it is fair to ask: What will be the future of Ronald Reagan? It is unlikely to look as rosy as it has over the last week. Reagan's...