Ronald Reagan: “Joe Louis fought his way to the top of professional boxing and into…”

On the recordApril 12, 1981

Joe Louis fought his way to the top of professional boxing and into the hearts of millions of Americans.

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Republican · California

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Statement on the Death of Former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Joe Louis

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Ronald Reagan: “Joe Louis fought his way to the top of professional boxing and into the hearts of millions of Americans.”