Ronald Reagan actually said...

Memorial Day was established to commemorate those who died in the defense of our national ideals.

Proclamation 4842—Memorial Day, May 25, 1981

04/23/1981

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The applause is for you.

I am completely satisfied.

I have the honor and the privilege to pick thousands of appointees for positions in Federal Government.

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