It is too early to fully assess the lasting impact of Ronald Reagan's work. Certainly, contemporary historians, being part of Reagan's time, are too close to the picture to do it. More time must pass. My guess is, that in the fullness of time, the historical consensus will be that he has been one of the most important figures of the twentieth century. Meanwhile you, the reader, can begin to form your own judgment through the experiences of the men and women you will meet in this book. Each has his or her favorite recollections of Ronald Reagan. They tell their stories in their own words, the sum total of which I hope will give you a clear picture of the character of the remarkable man who became the fortieth President of the United States. - Preface.