Reagan: Man of Principle

John Harmer, a key aide during Ronald Reagan's service as California governor, reveals the strengths of this great leader.# the author shares the principles that Reagan followed to become a great leader-and a great human being.# the book includes many never-before-published stories from Reagan's early years in public office.It was my privilege to serve beside Ronald Reagan throughout his career in public office. from the first day in Sacramento to the last day in Washington, D.C., he faced every challenge and crisis with courage and integrity. There was never any deviation from the principles that guided his life.I truly believe that this small book has captured the essence of Ronald Reagan's character. Every person who reads this book will have a better understanding of how it was that Ronald Reagan's loyalty to fundamental principles enabled him to become one of the greatest men of the twentieth century. I am grateful to John Harmer for giving us the privilege of sharing these private moments with Ronald Reagan, in which his greatness was so quietly but clearly revealed.Edwin Meese IIIJohn Harmer first met Ronald Reagan in the fall of 1962. In 1974 John won the California primary election to become the Republican candidate for Lt. Governor. Shortly thereafter he was appointed by Governor Reagan to fill the unexpired term of Lt. Governor.