Ronald Reagan actually said...

I believe that instead of fostering a strong Federal biomedical research effort, H.R. 2409 would adversely affect the pursuit of research excellence at NIH.

Context

Message to the House of Representatives Returning Without Approval the Health Research Extension Bill

11/07/1985

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