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DISCUSSION POST 2 Discussion Post Reply to Classmate 1 - Wirlyn Hello Wirlyn; I agree with you that Ronald Reagan was not one of our greatest presidents. You provided a compelling argument, citing the Iran Contra, the HIV/AIDS crisis, the change of the tax structure, and the corruption of Reagan's administration as reasons why Reagan does not deserve the title of "best president." Reagan's negotiated weaponry agreements with Iran, although done to ensure the release of American hostages, effectively placed the US under terrorist control. Reagan's slow reaction to the HIV/AIDS problem also relates to his lack of leadership. His tax reform favored the wealthiest while excluding the middle and lower classes, and his government was rife with corruption. These points are valid reasons to argue against Reagan's status as one of our greatest presidents. Reply to Classmate 2 - Leslie Thank you, Leslie, for providing such a detailed and comprehensive response to the question. Your points are well taken and certainly merit consideration. Your research and evidence to back up your points are commendable. I agree that Reagan's support for the Mujahedeen and his economic policies were not his most significant accomplishments. His economic policies may have increased wealth for the wealthy, but they didn't do much for the middle and lower classes. Reagan's War on Drugs also had unintended consequences, such as increased incarceration rates and racial bias. However, I think Reagan's most outstanding contribution was his peace policy through strength. He stood up to the Soviet Union and called them out on their human rights abuses. He implemented the Strategic Defense Initiative and increased defense spending to counter the Soviet Union's military buildup. His policies of peace through strength ultimately led to the end

DISCUSSION POST 3 of the Cold War and the fall of the Soviet Union. Overall, Reagan's accomplishments need to be evaluated in their entirety. While his policies weren't perfect, his overall legacy should be considered. Reply to Classmate 3 - Sara Thanks for your insight, Sara! I completely agree with what you've said about Ronald Reagan. He certainly was one of our greatest presidents in modern history. You made some excellent points on his legacy, such as his charm, friendliness, and ability to connect with the public and world leaders, which earned him the title of the Great Communicator. It was also crucial in restoring the public's confidence in the president's office. Additionally, his commitment to improving the nation's education system and bringing an end to the Cold War are also significant achievements. Moreover, his massive tax cuts, which helped restore the economy, and increased government revenue from income taxes, are also extraordinary accomplishments. I appreciate your analysis and the well-researched evidence you provided supporting your argument. I think Reagan's legacy will inspire people for generations to come. Reply to Classmate 4 – Jacqueline Hello Jacqueline, Thank you for your insightful and informative answer. You make some solid comments concerning Ronald Reagan's presidency's flaws. I really appreciate the information and references you supplied on Reaganomics, his administration's corruption, the Iran-Contra crisis, and the drug war. These considerations militate against Ronald Reagan, regarded as one of the greatest presidents. I concur that Ronald Reagan's legacy is complicated, and many of his ideas are still hotly debated. For example, although Reaganomics has been condemned for growing the wealth gap and restricting economic mobility, it has also been hailed for helping the economy return from

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DISCUSSION POST 4 the crisis of the early 1980s. Similarly, although the drug war has been chastised for its disproportionate impact on the poor and minorities, it has also been hailed for lowering crime rates.