Monday, January 16, 2012

Would Reagan Win Today?

A story on NPR looks at the real Ronald Reagan. Many Republican Candidates are trying to wrap themselves in the Reagan mantle.  The story by NPR's Guy Raz suggests Reagan would have trouble winning the nomination today.

  • In 1986 Reagan eliminated a number of deductions which, in essence, raised taxes.
  • In 1986 Reagan granted amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants. 
  • In his 1985 Reagan proposed the exemption of federal income taxes to those living at or below the poverty line.
Ads from super PACs would be asking, "Who's side are you on?

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