America the Beautiful
Special | 1m 19s
Ray Charles performs America the Beautiful at the 1984 Republican National Convention.
In 1984, Ray Charles delivered a stirring rendition of America the Beautiful at the Republican National Convention, echoing President Reagan’s optimistic campaign message.
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When Music Makes History is a local public television program presented by WETA
America the Beautiful
Special | 1m 19s
In 1984, Ray Charles delivered a stirring rendition of America the Beautiful at the Republican National Convention, echoing President Reagan’s optimistic campaign message.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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When Music Makes History is a local public television program presented by WETA