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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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Aug 10, 1987

Those who deny a neighbor, solely on the basis of race, the opportunity to buy a house, or to enjoy equal educational and job opportunities, are in effect denying those rights to Christ Himself.

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Aug 10, 1987

There's been a convergence of policy and technology that has changed the spirit of America.

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Aug 9, 1987

I call upon the people of the United States to spend the period from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on that date with their neighbors in front of their homes to demonstrate support for community crime watch programs and to signal to criminals that…

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Aug 9, 1987

I have every confidence that Bill will ably pursue the policies this administration has developed over the past 6 1/2 years.

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Aug 9, 1987

I urge the Congress to revisit this issue now that the development of comprehensive financial reform is at the top of the legislative agenda.

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Aug 9, 1987

I know that Bill, like his predecessor, Malcolm Baldrige, understands the importance of expanding international markets, maintaining our competitiveness, and enhancing our export capability.

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Aug 9, 1987

I am today signing H.R. 27, the Competitive Equality Banking Act of 1987.

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Aug 9, 1987

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate C. William Verity, Jr., as Secretary of Commerce.

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Aug 7, 1987

The agreement emphasizes reconciliation, democracy, and full respect for political and civil rights.

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Aug 7, 1987

I welcome this commitment to peace and democracy by the five Central American Presidents.

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Aug 7, 1987

It takes more than walls and guns to imprison the human spirit.

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Aug 6, 1987

I have determined that imports from Mexico under TSUS item 470.85 during the period from July 1, 1985, through June 30, 1986, inclusive, should have been afforded the preferential tariff treatment provided under the GSP.

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Aug 6, 1987

I know the letter that I'm giving to each of you reflects serious work and intense work by you and my senior advisers, and I'm most grateful for your efforts.

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Aug 6, 1987

Maximum consultation and notification is and will be the firm policy of this Administration.

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Aug 6, 1987

The amendments made by paragraph (1) of this Proclamation shall be effective with respect to articles both: (i) imported on or after January 1, 1976, and (ii) entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the date of…

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Aug 6, 1987

Greater cooperation in this critical area will be of substantial benefit to our country.

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Aug 6, 1987

The days of economic stagnation are not a distant memory to the American people.

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Aug 6, 1987

I'm gratified we meet today in the spirit of bipartisan cooperation and agreement about new procedures that govern the approval and notification to Congress concerning sensitive intelligence activities.

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Aug 6, 1987

General headnote 3(e)(v)(A) to the TSUS, listing those countries whose products are eligible for benefits of the GSP, is modified by inserting in alphabetical order in the list of non-independent countries and territories 'Greenland'.

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Aug 6, 1987

The procedures address legitimate areas of concern to the Congress and the Executive, and they have my full support.

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Aug 6, 1987

This breakthrough of the 6 percent mark does not occur in a hyperinflated economy as it did in 1979 but is based instead on sound growth and steady, long-term job creation.

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Aug 6, 1987

The measure of agreement that's reflected in my letter demonstrates the vital importance that I attach to cooperation between the Congress and the executive branch in the intelligence area.

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Aug 6, 1987

I believe this is a message the American people are responding to.

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