Declaration of Niceties: Peggy Noonan

PEGGY NOONAN began her political life as a Reagan speechwriter and now makes her living as a columnist for the Wall Street Journal. Her work is always imbued with a classical femininity and gentleness — which is rare and not necessarily desirable in a political columnist.

Noonan's new book, "Patriotic Grace," decries the current political climate and encourages everyone to come together in a mannered way. She was a foot solider in the Reagan revolution once upon a time (maybe she stood next to John McCain!), so if that's your thing, you should go. Bring any friends of yours who need lessons on how to play nice in politics.

» Borders,1801 K Street NW; Mon., Oct. 6, 6:30 p.m., free; 202-466-4999. (Farragut West)

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