Opinion | Conservatives Fighting Over Reagan’s Legacy Overlook What Made Him Successful

Meanwhile, the former California governor’s popularity with the public continues to soar.

A recent poll found that 72% of Americans view Reagan favorably, including 90% of Republicans and 55% of Democrats. This makes him the most popular president in the country, ahead of Barack Obama (63%), Bill Clinton (62%), and George H.W. Bush (58%).

Reagan’s popularity is likely due to a number of factors, including his charisma, his optimism, and his conservative policies. He is also seen as a strong leader who helped to restore America’s standing in the world.

But while conservatives continue to fight over Reagan’s legacy, they overlook what made him successful: his ability to connect with the American people.

• Reagan was a master communicator who could connect with people from all walks of life.
• He had a gift for telling stories and making complex issues easy to understand.
• He also had a genuine warmth and charisma that made people feel like they knew him personally.

Conservatives would be wise to learn from Reagan’s example. If they want to be successful, they need to focus on connecting with the American people, not on fighting over ideological purity.

Reagan’s ability to connect with the American people was one of the key factors in his success. He was able to do this through his charisma, his optimism, and his conservative policies. Conservatives would be wise to learn from his example if they want to be successful.

In the meantime, Reagan’s popularity continues to soar. He is a reminder that even in today’s divided political climate, it is still possible to reach across the aisle and connect with the American people.