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June 10, 2004

The Passing Of A Great Man

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Ronald Reagan's casket is carried by caisson down Constitution Avenue to the United States Capitol. The greatest president of the 20th century deserved - and got - huge crowds for the processional to his state funeral. And Vice President Dick Cheney's eulogy was perfect.

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For decades, America had waged a Cold War, and few believed it could possibly end in our own lifetimes. The President was one of those few. And it was the vision and will of Ronald Reagan that gave hope to the oppressed, shamed the oppressors, and ended an evil empire. More than any other influence, the Cold War was ended by the perseverance and courage of one man who answered falsehood with truth, and overcame evil with good.

Ronald Reagan was more than an historic figure. He was a providential man, who came along just when our nation and the world most needed him. And believing as he did that there is a plan at work in each life, he accepted not only the great duties that came to him, but also the great trials that came near the end.

History will record that Ronald Reagan saved America.

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Even in his death, Ronald Reagan has made me proud to be an American.

Posted by: M McKin at June 10, 2004 10:51 AM

I expected Cheney's remarks to be good, but that was an incredible speech. Have I missed Thatcher's remarks?

Posted by: george at June 10, 2004 07:59 PM
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