The Torch Bearers: President Reagan's 1981 Notre Dame Address | May 17, 1981

Let's revisit President Reagan's 1981 commencement address at Notre Dame, highlighting themes of national pride, the legendary Knute Rockne, and the call to future American leaders.

00:28 – President Reagan is introduced and given an honorary diploma
03:45 – President Reagan takes the podium, honored to be there
06:52 – Growing up in Illinois, influenced by Notre Dame and Knute Rockne, starring as the Gipper
08:57 – Not using this platform to talk about political goals or overused commencement rhetoric
10:29 – Looking towards an uncertain future, thank those who helped you reach this
11:32 – Winston Churchill quotes on mankind's spirit, the story of Knute Rockne
16:02 – Carrying the torch of the American dream, pulling back the overregulated federal government
21:45 – Don't discard all of society's values just because they're old
24:05 – The years ahead are great ones for this country, transcending Communism
26:33 – How history will look at these days
27:44 – The world would be much less peaceful without the United States, pride in this country
29:11 – President Reagan concludes his speech and leaves the podium

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