05/19/1982
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"We believe in federalism."
"It is economic growth, more than anything else, that is required to keep the finances of State and local governments healthy."
"And if we all stick together, it's going to have to happen in spite of some objection from Capitol Hill."
"Decentralization of power could be one of the most long-lasting effects of the Reagan Presidency."