Nancy Reagan Aims to Shape Nixon era power and image
Nancy Reagan rose from actress to first lady guiding Ronald Reagan and shaping policy on AIDS retirement to the Iran Contra affair. She faced scrutiny over lavish spending and astrology aided timing but defended her role as Ronnie's close adviser. Her work included pressing for Gorbachev thaw and defending AIDS research funding. She died at 94 in Los Angeles after a life centered on the president and his legacy.
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Nancy Reagan Life Vignettes Highlight Meeting Moment
In a 1994 recollection Nancy Reagan recalled a White House moment with a humorous misstep, describing laughter over a skirt mishap and a memorable meeting. The account appears in coping with Alzheimer's coverage referencing Nancy Reagan in 1999.
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