....past or present, and why?
2007-03-01 02:45:00 · 14 answers · asked by greatlakesdude 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
Ronald Reagan!
More than a president, he was a phenomenon -- an icon to some, and an enigma to others. He stood up to the worst economic, domestic, and international threats of the time and yet, took naps in the middle of cabinet meetings. At the height of his popularity in 1986, he had, as Time magazine put it, “found America's sweet spot. “ Reagan had ideals of what he felt America should be like, and made it his number one goal to share his unrelenting optimism with every person in the country. He pledged to bring Americans a “little good news.” and created a strong bond with the public. Throughout his eight years in office, he continually motivated and energized his supporters while at the same time, confounded and mystified his detractors.
For a while, at least, the PRIDE really was back!
Oh, and then there's that whole "wall" thing.... :-)
2007-03-01 03:06:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
We have had some great ones, Teddy Roosevelt, R. Reagan, Washington, Jefferson and many more.
But the one I admire most was more of a team effort. FDR and Eleanor. He became ill and could not function in his position. Eleanor took over the position of president while keeping his disability a secret. Nobody knew until afterwards that she had been running the country and making all decisions. So technically even by default...Eleanor Roosevelt was the first female president, even if some won't acknowledge her.
2007-03-01 03:04:50 · answer #2 · answered by Chrissy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ronald Reagan. Whether you agree with him or not it cannot be denied that he believed in the United States. He stuck to his guns even when some policies weren't popular with many, including some of his own advisers and in the end was proved right on many of those same policies. Most of all though when he spoke he made me believe and made me feel great about being an American.
2007-03-01 03:00:22 · answer #3 · answered by Bryan 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ronald Reagan, after being in the military under Carter it was like a breath of fresh air.
2007-03-01 02:48:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Washington, Lincoln and FDR! They are the epitome of great presidents, they brought this country through the worst times in this nations history!
Ronald Reagan? Iran/Contra Reagan who cut and ran from Lebanon after 242 Marines were killed by Hezbollah!
2007-03-01 02:48:38 · answer #5 · answered by cantcu 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Ronald Reagan. Not because he was a great politician, but because he was the only President to make the USA feel good about itself.
2007-03-01 02:49:04 · answer #6 · answered by Superdog 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Teddy Roosevelt and Ronald Regan...
2007-03-01 02:47:58 · answer #7 · answered by no one here gets out alive 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Abraham Lincoln, He tried many things in his life and failed, but he kept on going until he found something that he was good at. I think he is a perfect example of perserverance
2007-03-01 02:49:10 · answer #8 · answered by christiansoldier911 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
President william Clinton because he could handle the countries affairs most efficiently and he was the most knowledable in american affairs and had a good rapour abroad also. bettyk
2007-03-01 02:50:52 · answer #9 · answered by elisayn 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Bush...he is the most persecuted person in the history of humanity.
2007-03-01 02:52:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋