Ronald Reagan actually said...

I know that Bill, like his predecessor, Malcolm Baldrige, understands the importance of expanding international markets, maintaining our competitiveness, and enhancing our export capability.

Context

Remarks Announcing the Nomination of C. William Verity, Jr., To Be Secretary of Commerce

08/09/1987

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