In a new TIME poll Reagan rates high with Americans
Ronald Reagan and his economic program may be taking a beating from the bankers and brokers on Wall Street, not to mention nervous politicians of both parties in Washington, but the America-people are still solidly behind him. Moreover, the public is willing to wait before judging his policies a success or failure, thus heeding his message that an improved economy will require patience. Some nine months after taking office, Reagan's popularity remains high. While the public's perceptions of his competence in managing the economy, in handling foreign affairs and in providing strong...
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