Reagan's Age

Season 24

As the 1984 election approached, many voters voiced their concerned with Reagan's age.

As the 1984 election approached, many voters voiced their concerned with Reagan's age. At 73, he was already the oldest President in history.

AIR DATE 10/31/11

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