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Ronald Reagan: Much attention is given to other levels of education, but I'd suggest that, next to the family, elementary schools are…

On the recordSeptember 11, 1986
Much attention is given to other levels of education, but I'd suggest that, next to the family, elementary schools are the most influential institutions in our children's lives.
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Ronald Reagan
Republican · California

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Remarks at a White House Ceremony for the Elementary School Recognition Program Honorees

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