Reagan Jun. Plans Snub (Press, 16 December 1980)
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Summary: Reagan Jun. Plans Snub (Press, 16 December 1980)
On 16 December 1980, Ron Reagan, the 22-year-old son of President-elect Ronald Reagan, made headlines with his controversial remarks about outgoing President Jimmy Carter. In an interview with "New York" magazine, Reagan expressed strong disapproval of Carter, stating that he would not shake hands with him on Inauguration Day. He criticized Carter's behaviour and statements, particularly his repeated accusations against his father, calling Reagan a "racist" and a "warmonger." Ron Reagan did not hold back, accusing Carter of having "the morals of a snake" and claiming he would "have sold his mother to get re-elected." In addition to his statements about political matters, Ron shared personal insights into his life. He mentioned that he had married a 29-year-old woman the previous month in a quiet ceremony, which his parents did not attend. He explained that he chose to marry to avoid any potential embarrassment for his father during the transition period, saying it would make engagements and public appearances more manageable. Reagan also addressed speculation about his sexual orientation, dismissing any claims that he is homosexual as "laughable" and critiquing the level of ignorance among journalists who made such claims. He highlighted the athleticism of dance, contrasting it with sports like baseball and defending his career with the Joffrey Ballet Company. Ultimately, Ron Reagan voiced a strong respect for his father, calling him "the most honourable man who has ever been elected President," and expressed his belief that his father could potentially be the greatest President in history, even rivaling iconic figures like Abraham Lincoln.
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