Dear Blog Visitors:
As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Ronald Reagan, I find that all my memories of him are indeed positive. He was a genius concerning his ability to bring opposing sides together toward a common cause or goal.
During the period of Reagan's presidency, I was an active Republican, which included running against Rochester's popular Democratic mayor in 1983. After Reagan left office, I switched my enrollment to the Democratic Party. If I were to describe my political philosophy today, it would be fair to say that I am a fiscal conservative and a social liberal, which places me somewhere in the middle of the political spectrum. Many with similar leanings were often referred to as 'Reagan Democrats.'
I thought I would share a few Reagan mementos with you. Most noteworthy is the personal letter I received from him, following my writing a song in his honor. It is pictured above. (You will need to click on it for an enlargement.)
Many historians have accurately attributed the fall of Communism in Eastern Europe to two primary individuals - Ronald Reagan and Pope John Paul II. Both men worked tirelessly toward world peace, and heaven knows, we can certainly use voices of reason today.
In closing, I will simply say (posthumously): Happy Birthday Ron!
Peace to all,
Ray
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