Ronald Reagan: “As President, it's my solemn duty to ensure America's national…”

On the recordOctober 1, 1981

As President, it's my solemn duty to ensure America's national security while vigorously pursuing every path to peace.

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Republican · California

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Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session With Reporters on the Announcement of the United States Strategic Weapons Program

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