Reagan was exceptional. A real leader, very intelligent and thoughtful and an independent thinker. He would not have lasted a month at an Ivy League school or at CBS News.
There is a spiritual battle and rulership aspect in politics and the affairs of nations. Prior to Reagan's election, our church was part of a massive, nationwide, orchestrated campaign of corporate prayer I haven't seen before or since. This coincides with the whole history of America: God created America beginning with the miracle of the Constitution and has been her Keeper ever since. If America is to survive for another period of time, it will by God's providence and mercy.