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By her own account, her most important role was that of Ronald Reagan's wife and fierce protector

The nation is remembering former first lady Nancy Reagan. During her lifetime she played many roles: actress, mother, advocate for Alzheimer’s research. She also transformed the role of the first lady. But by her own account, her most important role was that of Ronald Reagan's wife and fierce protector. Her death has led many to look back on the classic love story between herself and President Ronald Reagan. Bill Plante reports.

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Peggy Noonan was a special assistant and speechwriter for President Ronald Reagan and Leslie Stahl covered the Reagan White House

Former first lady Nancy Reagan died Sunday at the age of 94. Peggy Noonan, CBS News contributor and Wall Street Journalist columnist who was a special assistant and speechwriter for President Ronald Reagan, and Lesley Stahl, "60 Minutes" correspondent who covered the Reagan White House, join "CBS This Morning" to discuss Mrs. Reagan's legacy and impact on the country.

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Nancy Reagan played an extremely influential role in her husband's White House

Nancy Reagan played an extremely influential role in her husband's White House. Learn new details about their relationship as CBS News Senior White House Correspondent Bill Plante and 48 Hours Senior Executive Producer Susan Zirinsky reflect on their time covering the Reagan White House. They join CBSN to discuss the life and legacy of the former first lady, who passed away in Los Angeles on Sunday.

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