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Ronald Reagan

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Ronald Wilson Reagan was an American politician and actor who served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of governor of California from 1967 to 1975. Reagan's presidency is noted for significant tax cuts, a strong anti-communist foreign policy, and the deregulation of various industries. His administration also faced challenges such as the Iran-Contra affair and economic issues, including inflation and unemployment.

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Nov 3, 1988

We resolve to remind ourselves of the enormous evil of which mankind is capable and to remain vigilant.

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Nov 3, 1988

Teachers do an incalculable amount of good as they teach pupils how to study and learn.

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Nov 3, 1988

Will you make sure to cast your vote for family and against drugs by choosing Jack Davis for Congress?

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Nov 3, 1988

This election is a referendum on liberalism and an examination of our commitment to our traditional values.

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Nov 3, 1988

We pay tribute to those who suffered that night and all the nights that followed upon it with our action today.

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Nov 3, 1988

Yes, your vote is important, and, yes, the choice this year is very important.

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Nov 3, 1988

This legislation still represents a strong and clear statement by the United States that it will punish acts of genocide with the force of law and the righteousness of justice.

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Nov 3, 1988

The United States signed the convention, and in 1949 President Truman requested the Senate's advice and consent to ratification.

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Nov 3, 1988

I do hereby proclaim November 4 through November 10, 1988, as Week of Remembrance of Kristallnacht.

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Nov 3, 1988

I'm delighted to fulfill the promise made by Harry Truman to all the peoples of the world, and especially the Jewish people.

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Nov 3, 1988

The unemployment rate has fallen to 5.2 percent, which means it's the best it's been in more than 14 years.

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Nov 3, 1988

It is our profound belief in and our readiness to defend the immortal declaration 'that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights.'

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Nov 3, 1988

I am pleased to appoint Lauro F. Cavazos to the Board of Governors of the American National Red Cross.

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Nov 3, 1988

I call upon all Americans to join in recognizing the importance of communication between rural and urban areas.

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Nov 3, 1988

So, I'd ask you: Isn't it time for the voters of this great State to vote for a great team, Pete Dawkins and George Bush?

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