One of the most popular presidents in the United States was Ronald Reagan. Ronald Reagan grew up in Illinois and had very little money. He often wore family member's clothes and the family had very little to eat so they were hungry. After finishing college, he decided to be an actor and starred in movies and television shows. After being elected for president, he lowered taxes, lowered inflation and improved the economy. Americans were pleased by the improvements in the economy and the new friendship between Ronald Reagan and the Soviet Union.