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Who was Ronald Regan?
American Exceptionalism
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-This former actor and California governor became the 40th President of the United States in 1981


-What is Ronald Regan?

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What is American Exceptionalism?


This belief holds that the United States is unique and has a special role in world history.

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-This famous phrase was used by Reagan to describe America as a moral example for the rest of the world.


-What is “A City Upon A Hill”

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What are American Ideals


Reagan often connected American Exceptionalism to values such as freedom, democracy, and individual rights.

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Was Regan Republican or Democratic?

What is Republican?

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What are the key things that Regan says makes America great?

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  • Freedom and individual liberty
  • Opportunity for anyone to succeed (American Dream)
  • Limited government and personal responsibility
  • Democracy and self-government
  • Rule of law and equal justice
  • Moral leadership (“a city upon a hill”)
  • Openness to immigrants who share American values
  • Free enterprise and capitalism
  • National pride, optimism, and belief in the future


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What was the main idea of his speech?

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  • Reagan argued that the United States is special (exceptional)
  • Its power comes from values, not just wealth or military strength
  • America should act as a model of freedom, opportunity, and hope for other nations


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What does MAGA stand for and when was it created?

What is- 

Make America Great Again, 1981

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When was Regan elected?

January 1981

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Why did Regan believe in American Exceptionalism?


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Reagan believed in American Exceptionalism because he saw the U.S. as morally and politically unique, with a duty to lead by example, protect freedom, and offer opportunity for all.