This is because of the tax cuts for the rich, middle class and poor would help the economy. The idea was if the rich had the money, they would create the jobs, the middle class become the business owners and they would then higher the poor people to work. However, many feel this is the time where the richer became richer and poor became poorer. President Regan wanted the American worker to keep more of their hard working money. Unfortunately, consumerism would rise and this would cause money to go back into the national economy. In the end, President Reagan accomplished many great things during his time in the oval office. He was able to restore hope in Americans, he had economic prosperity and he ended the Cold War. Many see him as demanding and dangerous, but I see him as one on the best presidents we may have ever had. In many ways I see our current President, President Trump much like former President Reagan. They both have the dream to make America great