It was widely reported at the time (and Rockwell was proud of their approach) because it was a novel and cynical idea. Even though Reagan had been elected peop

It was widely reported at the time (and Rockwell was proud of their approach) because it was a novel and cynical idea. Even though Reagan had been elected people back then were still shocked by a cynical approach like that. I was surprised by it. Literally every congressional district, not just every state. I thought the plane was cool, but even as a teen I could see that it was pointless.