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Understanding the two sides of Ronald Reagan

Understanding the two sides of Ronald Reagan

08/13/2015 | Rating NR

PBS News Hour

Understanding the two sides of Ronald Reagan

Clip: 8/13/2015 | 6m 6s

Understanding the two sides of Ronald Reagan

How did Ronald Reagan, a seemingly ordinary man in many ways, become a president who dominated American politics and ideology in the second half of the 20th century? H.W. Brands offers his take on the politician and pragmatist in “Reagan: A Life.” Brands joins Jeffrey Brown for a conversation.

08/13/2015 | Rating NR

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