Why did Ronald Reagan become president?

Answer 1

From what I have gathered, Ronald Reagan felt that he wanted to be president because he felt his ideas in relation to taxes and the economy could help the country's financial state tremendously.

Answer 2

Ronald Reagen felt like he understood the nation's problems and that he could make a difference. He was very passionate about his beliefs and standing up and leading the country the best way he could.

Answer 3

Reagan had a long-time interest in government. After his career as a leading man began to wane, he became active in the Screen Actors' Guild was elected its president. That led to more political contacts and soon he was a candidate for governor of California. His success at winning two terms plus his name recognition as a movie and TV personality suggested him as a Presidential candidate. He wrote a widely read newspaper column, made speeches and became a voice for Conservative Republicans. He came close to getting the Republican nomination in 1976 and after Ford lost, the party decided to give Reagan a run .

Answer 4

Ronald Reagan won a landslide victory over Jimmy Carter in 1980. This was due to his firm stance on national defense during the Iran hostage crisis, his ideas of less government control over personal lives, states rights, lowering taxes in order to boost the economy, and reinstating the gold standard.

Answer 5

what is the reason Ronald regan wanted to be president

Answer 6

He was nominated to run by the Republican Party and elected in November 1980

Answer 7

He was elected

Answer 8

He wanted to make people lives better.