Ronald Reagan Accomplishments

Throughout the course of history, this nation has experienced numerous world leaders that all had their lasting impact on the United States. One leader who stands out for his numerous accomplishments is Ronald Reagan. Ronald Reagan was the fortieth president of the United States, accomplishing two terms of presidency from 1981 to 1989. His tireless work ethic and outstanding values in office lead him to be one of the most popular presidents of the twentieth century. Reagan’s first term administration not only delivered what was promised to the public, but went above and beyond when dealing with crises such as recession that he eventually got elected for a second term. The impact Ronald Reagan made through his two terms in office would set

Reagan’s administration had a positive beginning starting on the day of his inauguration when Iran released fifty two American hostages. Two months later, an assassination attempt was made on Reagan where he received a serious gunshot wound (AMSCO, 656). The way he handled this situation actually made him seem like a stronger leader and his popularity sky-rocketed even more. He then went on to pledge four promises, all of which his administration was able to accomplish. He promised to lower taxes, which was accomplished through the Economic Recovery Act of 1981 where the income tax rate was reduced by twenty eight percent (AMSCO, 657). He promised to reduce spending on welfare and build up the armed forces, both of which were able to be accomplished through tax cuts on welfare programs and increased spending in the military. His last promise he made was to create a more conservative federal court, which he did by appointing more conservative judges into the Supreme Court. In addition to his promises, Reagan also helped the country get out of one of the worst recessions it had ever experienced in 1982. With his policies of Reaganomics, or the theory that tax cuts and reduced government spending would increase production and employment, he was able to rebound the economy and enter a period of recovery by 1983 (AMSCO, 658). His accomplishments made in his first term were so successful that he was elected for his second term in