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Ronald Reagan earned the moniker "The Great Communicator" thanks to his inspirational wit and wisdom. On this, the 98th anniversary of his birth, we've picked a dozen timeless quotes from our beloved 40th president. Even now, 20 years after his presidency, Reagan's words still ring with warmth, optimism, leadership, and pride in the American way.

It's been said that all politics is local. If it hits you where you live, you want to be able to vote on it. Not to mention talk about it. So who's the Hannity of Houston, the Savage of Seattle, or the Limbaugh of Los Angeles? Newsmax decided to find out.

The Inaugural Address is every U.S. president's opportunity to set the tone for their administration, to chart new courses for the country, and to inspire the American people. Newsmax has compiled 10 of the most memorable moments from presidential inaugurations past. The timeless words of past presidents still have the power to move and inspire.

President Barack Obama has delivered on his promise of real change in at least one respect: The volume of gaffes and miscues sputtering forth from his Oval Office is unprecedented. For those who just can’t wait to hear what the president’s teleprompter will say next, here’s a recap of the Obama gaffe machine’s most remarkable – and disturbing – utterances:

As the opening act of Obama's fledgling presidency unfolded, the country — and the world — kept a close eye on the 44th president's every important move.

Newsmax magazine commissioned Peter Greenberg, best-selling author and travel editor of NBC's Today show, to compile a list of the nation's most uniquely American communities. He sought out cities and towns that embody America's core values.

History views Ronald Reagan´s challenge to Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev on June 12, 1987, as the beginning of the end of the Berlin Wall. Although Reagan aides had qualms about his tough words, the president nonetheless proclaimed defiantly at Brandenburg Gate: If you seek peace . . . Mr. Gorbachev, open this gate. Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!