Craig Shirley

Opinion 2 hours ago

Reagan and Trump are more alike than you think

Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump share a legacy of challenging the GOP establishment, both embracing conservative values and appealing to blue-collar voters.

OPINION September 15

Authentic presidential leadership: Americans know it when they see it

Former President Trump may be the most exciting president in modern history. He has always understood the importance of not just being a leader but also being seen as one.

OPINION July 28

The one characteristic of Reagan and Trump that sets them apart from other presidents

There are a lot of similarities between Presidents Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump. Both ran joyous campaigns and liked their audiences. They also had one similar characteristic.

OPINION June 7

Reagan's New York strategy was genius. Trump is on track to make lightning strike again

New York has changed over the years since Ronald Reagan won it in 1980 and again in 1984, but it is not a slam dunk for Biden. He will have to expend real resources to hold on to it.

OPINION February 25, 2023

The lesson we can learn from when Ronald Reagan toasted Jimmy Carter

As Jimmy Carter enters the twilight of his life, the titanic political contest between Carter and Ronald Reagan is remembered.

OPINION September 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth and Ronald Reagan – monarch shared special friendship with her favorite president

Queen Elizabeth and President Ronald Reagan enjoyed spending time together, especially on horseback. And they had a close camaraderie that continued after he left office.

Coronavirus March 24, 2020

Craig Shirley: What coronavirus-era Americans can learn about sacrifice from the World War II generation

Sacrifice? commitment? Americans of the 21st century have no idea of the sacrifices made during World War II.