Reagan Cabinet Memoir Called to Serve Gets Wide Release for President Reagan's Birthday

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - Feb. 3, 2026 - PRLog -- Colorado Springs, CO —  As the nation reflects on the legacy of President Ronald Reagan on what would have been his 115th birthday (February 6, 1911), the memoir Called to Serve by former Reagan Cabinet member Donald P. Hodel is now in wide release, offering readers an insider's view of leadership during one of the most consequential conservative administrations in modern history.

Hodel, the son of Canadian immigrants, rose from young Republican activist to become a trusted member of President Reagan's Cabinet, serving as both U.S. Secretary of Energy and U.S. Secretary of the Interior. His career reflects the Reagan-era commitment to limited government, economic strength, and principled public service.

In Called to Serve, Hodel provides a candid, behind-the-scenes account of his years in the Reagan Administration — from key policy debates to the working relationships that shaped major decisions on energy, natural resources, and federal governance. He also shares the mentors who guided him, the pivotal moments that defined his career, and the enduring partnership with his wife Barbara that supported his public service.

For political and history readers, Called to Serve offers a rare, firsthand perspective on a time when conservative leadership emphasized fiscal responsibility, national strength, and collaboration across party lines. Hodel's reflections underscore how Reagan's leadership style fostered both conviction and civility in governance.

In today's polarized climate, Hodel's memoir serves as a reminder of an era when ideological differences did not preclude cooperation — and when service to the nation came before partisan divides.

"Serving in President Reagan's Cabinet was not about power — it was about responsibility, character, and a shared belief that America's best days were always ahead of her." — Donald P. Hodel

Called to Serve is now available in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook formats through major retailers.