Ronald Reagan

== Ronald Reagan ==
Ronald Reagan (February 6, 1911 – June 5, 2004) was an American politician, actor, and 40th President of the United States, serving from 1981 to 1989. Prior to his presidency, Reagan served as the 33rd Governor of California from 1967 to 1975 and was a well-known actor and union leader before entering politics.
== Early Life ==
Ronald Reagan was born in Tampico, Illinois, and raised in Dixon. He attended Eureka College, where he studied economics and sociology and became involved in student leadership. After graduation, Reagan worked as a radio sports announcer before moving to Hollywood to pursue a career in acting. In Hollywood, Reagan appeared in over 50 films.
== Entry into Politics ==
Reagan's interest in politics was sparked by his experiences as president of the Screen Actors Guild, where he became involved in labor disputes and anti-communist activities. In 1966, he was elected Governor of California, defeating incumbent Pat Brown in a landslide victory.
As Governor, Reagan implemented conservative policies focused on tax cuts, deregulation, and tough law enforcement measures. His tenure in California earned him national recognition and positioned him as a leading figure in the conservative movement.
== Presidency ==
Reagan won the Republican nomination for President in 1980 and went on to defeat incumbent President Jimmy Carter in a landslide victory. He was inaugurated as the 40th President of the United States on January 20, 1981.
During his presidency, Reagan pursued an agenda of economic reform, advocating for supply-side economics, tax cuts, and reduced government spending. His policies, collectively known as "Reaganomics," aimed to stimulate economic growth and curb inflation.
Reagan also pursued an assertive foreign policy, advocating for a strong military and challenging the influence of the Soviet Union. His administration oversaw a significant buildup of the military and implemented policies such as the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI), aimed at developing missile defense technology.
One of Reagan's most significant foreign policy achievements was his role in ending the Cold War. Through diplomatic engagement and negotiations with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, Reagan helped pave the way for the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe and the eventual dissolution of the Soviet Union.
== Superhuman Registration Act ==
In 1989, Ronald Reagan passed a law banning all metahumans and superheroes from the public. 
== Legacy ==
Ronald Reagan's presidency is widely regarded as transformative, both domestically and internationally. He is remembered for his leadership during a period of significant economic and geopolitical change and is credited with revitalizing the conservative movement in the United States.
Reagan's political ideology, often referred to as "Reaganism," continues to influence American politics to this day, with many conservative politicians and leaders citing him as a guiding figure. His optimistic vision of America as a "shining city upon a hill" remains a central tenet of conservative philosophy.
After leaving office, Reagan remained active in public life, advocating for various causes and initiatives, including Alzheimer's disease research, with which he was diagnosed in 1994. He passed away on June 5, 2004, at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, optimism, and conservatism.