Published in the Daily Press June 8, 2004
Published in the Los Angeles Times June 9, 2004
Published in USA TODAY June 11, 2004

Regardless of what some people think and say about former president Ronald Reagan, even as the nation mourns his death, history has already determined that he restored belief and pride in being American. As governor and president, Reagan left California, the United States and the World better off and more secure. Indeed, Ronald Reagan is truly an American original.

Daniel B. Jeffs
Apple Valley, CA

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NEW YORK TIMES
June 12, 2004

Reagan and America: Voices on a Somber Day
(one of ten letters -- mostly negative)

Regardless of the hateful things that some people say about former President Ronald Reagan, even as the country mourns his death, history has already determined that he restored belief and pride in being American.

As governor and president, Mr. Reagan left California, the United States and the world better off and more secure. Ronald Reagan is truly an American original, and he will be remembered by a grateful country.

Daniel B. Jeffs
Apple Valley, CA