Ronald Reagan actually said...

I have determined that it is in the interest of the United States to implement, on a temporary basis, the duty-free treatment for such articles as are provided for in the amendment to section 163(c)(3) of that Act.

Context

Proclamation 5291—To Modify Duties on Certain Articles Used in Civil Aircraft and on Globes

12/27/1984

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