1. The Presidency of Ronald Reagan (1981-1989)

2. Biographical Information: Party: Republican Years in Office: 1981-89 President Before: Jimmy Carter President After: George H.W. Bush Important Bio Information:  Born and raised in Illinois  BA in Economics from Eureka College  1932-37 Radio Announcer in Iowa  1937-57 made 52 movies in Hollywood  President of the Screen Actors Guild from 1947-54, where he opposed communist influence.  1953-62 spokesman for GE and host of the General Electric Theater  1964 campaigns for Goldwater and delivers “A Time for Choosing” speech which launches his political career.A Time for Choosing  1966-74 Governor of California

10. GE Video

13. Reagan’s 1976 GOP Convention Speech

14. 1980 Debate Highlights