Ronald Reagan was an American actor and politician who served as the 40th President of the United States from 1981 to 1989. He was born in Tampico, Illinois in 1911, and grew up in small towns in Illinois and Iowa.Before entering politics, Reagan was a successful actor, starring in numerous films and television shows during the 1940s and 1950s. He also served as the President of the Screen Actors Guild from 1947 to 1952.Reagan began his political career as a Democrat, but later switched to the Republican Party in the 1960s. He was elected Governor of California in 1966, and served two terms in that office before running for President in 1980.As President, Reagan was known for his conservative policies, which included a focus on reducing government regulation, lowering taxes, and strengthening national defense. He played a key role in ending the Cold War, the decades-long conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union, and is credited with helping to bring about the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe.Reagan's presidency was also marked by controversy, particularly regarding his administration's policies on the environment, civil rights, and social programs. However, he remains a popular figure among many Americans, particularly conservatives, who admire his strong leadership and optimistic vision for America.Reagan died in 2004 at the age of 93, and is remembered as one of the most influential Presidents in American history.
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