Political Figures

Explore political figures from the nation’s earliest days to the present, through original reporting, archival coverage, editorials, and letters that reveal how leaders were viewed, challenged, and understood in their own time.

1985 news clips

“Onetime GOP Young Turks Reap Harvest” The Record (May 22, 1985)

This 1985 article profiles rising Republican political strategists Paul Manafort, Roger Stone, and Lee Atwater, who played key roles in securing Ronald Reagan’s re-election. Dubbed the “Young Turks” of GOP politics, they capitalized on aggressive campaign tactics, opposition research, and negative advertising to shape modern political strategy. The piece highlights their influence on Republican victories, their controversial methods, and their growing power within the party.

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

Subscribe to our email newsletter today to receive updates on the latest news, tutorials and special offers!