“Let us ask ourselves, 'What kind of people do we think we are?' And let us answer, 'Free people, worthy of freedom and determined not only to remain so but to help others gain their freedom as well.'”

The 40th U.S. president and Hollywood actor (1911–2004) is best known for his political career, including two terms as president (1981–1989) and his advocacy for conservative policies. His leadership during the Cold War and his communication style left a lasting impact on American politics.