On this day, November 6, 1984, President Ronald Reagan was re-elected as President of the United States, defeating Democratic candidate Walter Mondale in a landslide victory. Reagan’s second term reflected the continuation of his policies that shaped much of the 1980s, as he won by one of the largest electoral margins in U.S. history. This election highlighted the popularity of Reagan’s leadership style and vision for the country.
Who remembers the 1984 election? How did Reagan’s re-election impact your view of the decade?
Who remembers the 1984 election? How did Reagan’s re-election impact your view of the decade?