Star of the new film, 'Reagan,' Dennis Quaid, discusses the legacy of the former president, the film's perspective and its audience reception.

Watching the recent movie on the life of my friend Ronald Reagan, starring Dennis Quaid, I was flooded with memories of a bygone era. Quaid captured the essence of Reagan and I was honored to be portrayed by a Hollywood actor named Will Wallace. As it transitions from theaters to homes across America, it’s a timely reminder of why leadership matters.

When Reagan was inaugurated as president of United States on Jan, 20, 1981, the nation was gripped by numerous severe problems. The economy was mired in the worst crisis since the Great Depression of the 1930s. Inflation and interest rates were sky-high, unemployment was high and rising, and commercial activity had stagnated. In addition, there were severe shortages of energy, affecting virtually every business and industry.

In terms of national security, the situation was equally bleak. In the aftermath of the Vietnam War, U.S. military capabilities were at a low ebb. Deficiencies in manpower, equipment, and morale plagued the armed forces.

Ronald Reagan said the country must return to the foundational principles espoused in the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the precepts of the Founders. (Universal History Archive/Getty Images)

At the same time, the Soviet Union was involved in aggression around the world, oppressing the peoples in the captive nations and seeking to subvert several countries not yet in the Marxist realm. The world was also threatened by the prospect of nuclear war.

I WORKED FOR RONALD REAGAN AND I LOVE HOW LIBERAL CRITICS ARE UPSET ABOUT THE NEW MOVIE

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