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Reagan and Nukes, 2002.
How nuclear weapons affected US foreign policy under Ronald Reagan.
3,650 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 14 sources, $ 133.95
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An analysis of Reagan's US Foreign Policy and the role of nuclear weapons.
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Suitcase Nukes, 2007.
An analysis of the threat of Osama Bin Laden's purchase of small nuclear weapons.
1,310 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses nuclear weapons and how they have been obtained by terrorist organizations. This paper specifically focuses on small, suitcase-sized nuclear weapons and the threat they impose by falling into the wrong hands of terrorist organizations. The paper focuses on Osama Bin Laden and al Qaeda's purchase and use of nuclear weapons. It includes some personal comments by the writer, on the topic.
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"America today, puts terrorism as a main concern, and nuclear weapons could wreak the greatest havoc on our country. Author Paul Williams claims Osama bin Laden's al-Qaida terrorist group purchased 20 nuclear weapons in 1998 for $30 million dollars, and 2 tons of heroin (which has a street value of $700 million). These nukes were purchased from former KGB agents (KGB agents are agents who worked under the Russian Committee for State Security). Williams says that this deal is one of three in which al-Qaida has purchased small nuclear weapons, or weapon-grade nuclear uranium."
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Lou Cannon's "President Reagan: The Role of a Lifetime":, 1994.
This paper discusses Lou Cannon's biography of Ronald Reagan, "President Reagan: The Role of a Lifetime": Critical review of work on presidency, leadership and character.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, $ 39.95
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"This review will discuss Lou Cannon's biography of Ronald Reagan, "President Reagan: The Role of a Lifetime". The discussion will examine Cannon's interpretation of Reagan's presidency and character. It will also examine Cannon's interpretation of Reagan's life in view of Cannon's own relationship to Ronald Reagan. The review will also critique the book as a historical study of the Reagan administration.
The Role of a Lifetime is Cannon's third book dealing with the life of Ronald Reagan; the first two dealt in more detail with Reagan's early life and his terms as Governor of California. This book, however, focuses upon Reagan's two terms as President of the United States, including events from his earlier years in order to explain certain facets of Reagan's character."
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Reagan's Foreign Policy, and the Soviet Union, 2004.
Analyses the Reagan foreign policy, and how it consistently confronted the Soviet Union in ways that forced it to spend huge amounts of money on defense. Makes the argument that this is the main reason that the Soviet Union collapsed.
2,800 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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This paper highlights the portions of Ronald Reagan's foreign policy that confronted the Soviet Union in ways that forced the United States to spend large amounts of money. The foreign policy issues that are examined include Afghanistan, The Iran-Contra Affair, Reagan's support of Eastern-European Dissidents and Reagan's Strategic Defense Initiative, (also known as "Star Wars"). Afghanistan is heavily analyzed, with a breakdown of significant historical points, such as the introduction of the US-made Stinger missile, which stripped the USSR of air superiority. The Iran-Contra affair is included as a way to demonstrate Reagan's willingness to confront communism everywhere. This was a marked policy shift from Jimmy Carter and caught the USSR off guard. The Strategic Defense Initiative is analyzed and is linked to an increased amount of money being spent by the USSR on research and development. The support of dissidents by Reagan is looked at as well, with the conclusion that with relatively little amounts of effort, Reagan's foreign policy fomented large amounts of political opposition to the Soviet Union in Eastern European satellite countries. This caused the Soviet Union to spend money combating this problem as well, with their spy apparatus. Definitive numbers are given that explain just how much the Soviet Union spending increased while Reagan was in office.
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"In the 1980's, a swirling of events converged to form a perfect storm that met the conditions for bringing down what Ronald Reagan termed the "evil empire." The first incident was that Old School communists in the Politburo sought to make an impression in Central Asia, but found stalwart resistance in The Gipper. Second, Reagan's abrupt shift from Carter's lax foreign policy took the Soviets by surprise, with the new administration's desire to challenge communism on every front possible; out of this desire came the ill-fated support of the contras, along with the hugely successful backing of Eastern European dissidents, namely the Solidarity movement in Eastern Europe. The third event in Reagan's foreign policy shift that took the world by surprise was the administration's renunciation of the doctrine of Mutually Assured Destruction; Reagan took the steps of beginning a Ballistic Missile Defense program, which he coined the Strategic Defense Initiative. The Soviets, with few options of recourse, were forced to make concessions that led to the implosion of the "evil empire" shortly afterward. Thus, by applying a policy of confrontation of spreading Communism, bleeding the Soviets in Afghanistan by supporting the mujahideen, and abruptly announcing a paradigm shift in American foreign policy with the Strategic Defense Initiative, Ronald Reagan certainly hastened, if not caused the downfall of the USSR."
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Edmund Morris' "Dutch: A Memoir of Ronald Reagan", 2005.
This paper is a critical analysis of Edmund Morris' "Dutch: A Memoir of Ronald Reagan", a wild revision of the biographical style combining both fiction and non-fiction.
2,085 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper explains that, in Edmund Morris' "Dutch: A Memoir of Ronald Reagan", Morris introduces himself into the narrative both as a true eyewitness and as a fictional one, who is both older and more American than the authentic Morris and lives a life oddly paralleled to Reagan's life. The author points out that, while "Dutch" clearly is not a traditional biography, it adheres to the most important aspects of the fundamental biographical style in that it provides the reader with ample information about Reagan through the most significant moments of his life. The paper relates that Morris developed this style because, despite having been paid more than $2.9 million to write an official biography, Morris found himself deterred by a calculated silence on Reagan's part, which left the author grappling to find who Reagan really was as a man.
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"Throughout the course of the book, Morris again and again refers to Reagan in physical form, noticing his "deep-chested" strength as a youth, his elegant aging as a 30-year-old actor, and his stiff comportment as a President. At times the descriptions slide into the sensual: "That hard, splendid body, those bruising arms and knees, the prickle of wet wool..." describes the young lifeguard Reagan. Later, "that quiet, palpable mass, at once majestic and unthreatening. It's not simply an aggregate of height and breadth....he [crowds] one's horizon." While these descriptions may seem to be the result of literary license, emphasizing the body rather than the man, they have the distinct effect of creating a character who is almost a paperboard cut-out. By focusing on the two-dimensional, this effect iterates the importance of Reagan's "acting" rather than his authentic "feeling"."
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President Ronald Wilson Reagan.
This paper discusses the life of President Ronald Wilson Reagan, including Alzheimer's Disease.
850 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper explains that Ronald Wilson Reagan, born in 1911 in a small Illinois town, became a radio announcer for the Chicago Cubs baseball team, and then had a lengthy career in film and television because of his strong, clear voice and athletic physique. The author points out that Reagan wanted to be known as a president who favored tax cuts and a smaller government, while building up the military and standing up against communism. The paper states that Reagan is best known for his plea to end communist aggression in Europe, which eventually led to the breakup of the Soviet Union in 1990.
Table of Contents
Ronald Reagan, a Person to be Remembered
Background
Reagan's Humble Background
Early Life and Career
Political Career
Governor of California
President of the U.S.
Later Life
After the Presidency
Alzheimer's Disease
Death
Conclusion
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"After his two terms as President, Reagan retired to his ranch in California to live out his golden years. In 1992, he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and this sad time in his life may end up being his greatest legacy. The world became familiar with this debilitating disease as it progressed in the former President. People began to truly understand how this disease affects the mind of sufferers, and watched as a vital and healthy man degenerated into a life of isolation and withdrawal."
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Reagan and Social Security, 1994.
An examination of the Congressional oversight of Social Security under Reagan. Includes motivation, sources of information, effects on recipients, Reagan policy, slush fund, earnings test and budget deficit.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 15 sources, $ 127.95
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"Congressional Oversight of the Social Security Program During the Reagan Administration
Introduction
This research examines the oversight of the social security program by the Congress during the Reagan Administration. The principal questions addressed through the conduct of this research are as follows: (1) What motivated the Congressional oversight of the social security program? (2) What were the principal information sources upon which the Congressional oversight committees relied? (2) What was the impact of the oversight effort? and (3) How was the Congressional oversight..."
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Ronald Wilson Reagan, 2002.
A look at the life and career of the fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper is in the form of a biography of the fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan. The author examines Reagan's early life in Illinois, his years at Eureka College, his radio career, his Hollywood movies, and his venture into politics in California. Citing a variety of sources, the author also discusses Reagan's personality, his political and social philosophies, and his emergence into national politics in 1966. Reagan's two terms as president are analyzed, and his ultimate political legacy is summarized at the end of the paper.
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Ronald Reagan?s Government, 2004.
This paper discusses the economic and foreign affairs policies of Ronald Reagan conservative government in the 1980s, during his term as the president of the U.S.
849 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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The paper discusses and analyzes Reagan?s reforms and policies, whether these reforms helped the country?s economic growth and political relations with other countries, and a general assessment of Reagan as a conservative president. In effect, this paper centers on Ronald Reagan as U.S. president and the positive and negative aspects that led to the rise and fall of the ?Golden Age?, or ?Conservative Revolution?, in the history of America.
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"In the history of United States, Ronald Reagan, 40th president of America, became popularly known as the leader of the ?Conservative era of American governance.? This is because during his term, he introduced reforms that radically changed the political and social landscape of the country. These radical changes, however, were not at all ?radical?; instead, Reagan proposed reforms that veered towards a conservative thrust among the nation?s domestic and international affairs. Reagan?s term between the years 1981-1989 introduced the popular economic reform termed as ?Reaganomics,? and strengthened the country?s domestic and international policies. Furthermore, Reagan had also managed to create and maintain civil foreign relations with the Union Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR), despite apparent hostilities between the two countries, particularly in the part of the United States."
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Ronald Reagan, 2006.
An analysis of the life and career of Ronald Reagan.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses how the fortieth President of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan, displayed many outstanding leadership qualities throughout his long and eventful life. He first gained national fame and personal success as a movie actor in Hollywood, before becoming involved in southern California politics. His charisma, polished speaking skills, and conservative positions on social and national defense issues won him the California governorship in 1966, which made him a major figure in the Republican Party and future contender for the White House. Historians are in general agreement that Reagan pursued the governorship of California and the presidency of the United States because of the powerful influence Nancy Reagan had on him.
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Ronald Reagan, 2002.
A biography of the life and career of Ronald Reagan.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper addresses the life of Ronald Reagan. His life before politics and life after politics was as astonishing as his life as a president of the United States. Ronald Reagan was the first president to be reelected to a second term since Dwight D. Eisenhower. His life story from the days in Illinois to his life now is different than most people.
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Ronald Reagan, 2003.
An analysis of the policies and success of Ronald Reagan in implementing a conservative agenda.
2,534 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper examines how the underlying achievement of Ronald Reagan's 1980 election campaign was that Reagan united the varying sections of the conservative movement and became a figurehead who appeared the heroic embodiment of American conservatism. It looks at some of his conservative reforms such as defense agenda as well as changes to legislation and public thought.
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"Reagan succeeded in implementing his conservative defence agenda during his first term as his administration 'spent unprecedented sums for a massive defence build up' that included the 'placement of intermediate-range nuclear missiles in Europe to counter Soviet deployments of similar missiles.' Reagan also succeeded in pressing ahead with the controversial 'Strategic Defense Initiative' (SDI) research programme that would 'explore advanced technologies, such as lasers and high-energy projectiles' to 'defend against intercontinental ballistic missiles,' despite the extraordinary sums of money involved."
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President Ronald W. Reagan, 2007.
This paper argues that Ronald Reagan epitomizes the heart of leadership.
1,295 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper states that Ronald W. Reagan (1912-2004) is now considered to be among the greatest U.S. presidents, which is not a bad achievement for a former "not so great" Hollywood actor who, at 69, was the oldest person to be elected president. The author stresses that Reagan possessed most of the qualities common in all great leaders, such as courage, confidence, vision, character, passion and great communication skills. The paper relates that these leadership qualities enabled Regan not only to lift the country out of economic depression and a serious crisis of confidence but also won the Cold War against the Soviets without firing a single shot.
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"Like other successful leaders, Reagan was a visionary. He had an unflinching belief in the superiority of democracy and capitalism over the totalitarian philosophy of Communism. Very early on in his Presidency, therefore, he had boldly predicted that "the march of freedom and democracy ... will leave Marxism-Leninism on the ash heap of history." Coupled with his grand, long-term vision of the international scene to end the Cold War on a triumphant note, he also had an equally ambitious domestic vision of reducing the intrusiveness of the government and ..."
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Ronald Reagan: The Great Communicator, 2003.
A discussion of the effects and ramifications of Ronald Reagan's eight years as President of the U.S.
3,705 words (approx. 14.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 102.95
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This paper discusses Reaganomics and how it has affected the United States. It compares different economic statistics before, during, and after Reagan's years in office and analyzes them. It talks about the Cold War and argues that the way Reagan handled it was the best and only way to topple the Evil Empire. It also discusses his character and how he is completely different from the way that the popular media portrayed him and continues to portray him.
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"On numerous occasions, critics have undermined Reagan and his ability to accomplish all that he did. Two examples of these critics undermining Reagan?s intelligence and success as a president came from two of his serious biographers ? Lou Cannon, a journalist who covered Reagan both as a governor and as President, and Edmund Morris ? did not identify a credible key to his success, relying in slightly different ways on the conventional explanation that his success was related to his background as an actor. The title of Cannon?s book, President Reagan: The Role of a Lifetime, was obviously chosen to emphasize the link between Reagan?s presidency and his past career."
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Tax Cuts and Reagan's Administration, 2003.
A look at the impact of tax cuts of the early 1980s on the U.S. budget deficit during the Reagan Administration.
2,429 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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This paper discusses how the Reagan Administration managed to pass tax cuts in order to cover some of the country's deficit during the 1980's. It looks at the origins of "stagflation" and what Reagan's agenda was. The paper examines the statistics of reduction in government spending and how this was governed by the Administration's policies.
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"In the 1970s the economy hit the followers of complacency economics with a severe blow. The 70s began in the middle of a recession and the Vietnam war, and it inherited all of the problems created in the proceeding decade as well as a quasi-war economy. (Sahu, Ronald 1991) Just as the war ended OPEC?s Arab member states declared a kind of economic war on the already inflation plagued U.S. economy by withholding their oil exports. This, coupled with other supply side problems in the U.S. economy ended up creating stagflation, the coupling of economic growth being stagnant while U.S. prices continued to rise. Stagflation made a trade-off between price stability and unemployment seem obsolete. The 1970s ended with the threat of another recession, this was forecasted in 1978 and 1979 but did not actually arrive until 1980, the year Ronald Reagan was elected President."
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