John F. Kennedy was one of the single most influential, and progressive, presidents the United States has ever seen. During his administration he dealt with war at home and away, that being the ever growing violent issue of civil rights, and the conflict in Vietnam. His work in both these areas created massive change, showing the world that we were tough on communism, and showing his people that segregation and rampant racism would not be tolerated. This and so much more is worthy of the honor given to him in Ronald Reagan’s speech at a fundraiser for the John F. Kennedy Library. Reagan addresses the whole of America in order to pay tribute to the former president Kennedy by painting a picture of his multifaceted career, exemplifying patriotism through examples of Kennedy’s accomplishments, and displaying how Kennedy’s…show more content… Additionally, the endearing and somewhat reminiscent tone toward Kennedy’s death shows his audience the true impact Kennedy’s death had on the entire world. Overall, this depiction of the loss of the former president not only helps the audience’s reverence grow for him, but also displays him as a world-renowned leader. Ronald Reagan’s career as president shows us many instances of his willingness to be bipartisan and open minded to those around him. For example, his relationship with Soviet leader Gorbachev showed that he was willing to partner with people to create peace even if they were public enemies of the country. Additionally, Republican Reagan’s reverent and honoring speech about Republican president John F. Kennedy shows his willingness to acknowledge and even revere the choices and accomplishments of a person on the opposite end of the political
