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Today in History: Ronald Reagan sworn in as California's 33rd governor

1/2/2026

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On January 2, 1967, Ronald Reagan was sworn in as the 33rd governor of California. This marked the beginning of his political career, leading to his significant role in the American conservative movement and later serving as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989. Reagan's governorship set the stage for the Reagan era.

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On January 2, 1967, Ronald Reagan was sworn in as the 33rd governor of California. This marked the beginning of his political career, leading to his significant role in the American conservative movement and later serving as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989. Reagan's governorship set the stage for the Reagan era.