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"He gave a speech... that just dropped them in the aisles... This is when I finally began to realize the breadth and depth of his knowledge and ability."
-- Earl Dunkel, General Electric Public Relations Executive
Meeting the People:
Ronald Reagan didn't simply give speeches to General Electric employees around the country -- he met them one-on-one, listened to their ideas, and answered their questions. On his speaking tours, Ronald Reagan met more than 250,000 company employees.
The experience only reinforced his respect for the energy and initiative of working people. When he stopped at a General Electric factory, he was also scheduled to speak to local groups such as the Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club. His speeches and ideas -- apart from his celebrity -- were attracting an audience. |