What personality traits made Ronald Reagan a strong candidate in the 1980 election?

Explanation: Ronald Reagan, the 33rd Governor of California (served 1967-1975), announced his candidacy for President of the United States in New York City on November 13, 1979. On July 17, 1980, he became the nominee of the Republican Party for the 1980 presidential election. After receiving the Republican nomination, he selected one of his opponents in the primary elections, George H. W. Bush, to be his running mate.