The Jenny Beth Show - Behind The Reagan Revolution | Hon. Edwin Meese III, Former Attorney General of the United States

Behind The Reagan Revolution | Hon. Edwin Meese III, Former Attorney General of the United States

08/28/24 • 50 min

In this episode, former U.S. Attorney General Edwin Meese III offers an insider's perspective on his time serving under President Ronald Reagan, playing a pivotal role in shaping key policies during the Reagan administration. Meese discusses his integral contributions to Reagan's war on drugs, which led to a 50% reduction in drug abuse, and the development of the Strategic Defense Initiative, which ultimately helped bring down the Soviet Union and end the Cold War. With first-hand anecdotes from his time as both a close advisor and Attorney General, Meese shares his insights into Reagan's leadership, vision for America, and legacy.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how Reagan's policies on national defense, free markets, and individual liberty continue to influence modern politics. Meese also reflects on the similarities between the challenges Reagan faced during his presidency and the issues America faces today, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in history, leadership, and the enduring principles of American conservatism.

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