"News conferences are the only chance the American public has to see Ronald Reagan use his mind"
- Sam Donaldson
About this Quote
This quote by Sam Donaldson suggests that news conferences are the only opportunity for the American public to witness Ronald Reagan's intellectual capabilities. Donaldson indicates that Reagan's intelligence is not always noticeable in his public looks, and that press conference are the only time when the general public can observe his mental skill. This quote indicates that Reagan was a wise and capable leader, but that his intelligence was not constantly evident in his public persona. It also suggests that news conferences were a vital part of Reagan's presidency, as they offered the general public with a glance into his intellectual capabilities. By highlighting the importance of press conference, Donaldson is emphasizing the value of having a leader who is both intelligent and capable.
This quote is written / told by Sam Donaldson somewhere between March 11, 1934 and today. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA.
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