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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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Jan 11, 1983

The Attorney General has advised me, and I agree, that two Houses of Congress cannot bind the Executive branch by passing a concurrent resolution that is not presented to me for approval or veto.

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Jan 11, 1983

Today, with great pleasure, I am signing into law H.R. 5121, the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act.

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Jan 11, 1983

Although the bill would make several desirable changes to the Education Consolidation and Improvement Act, the objectionable provisions far outweigh any of its benefits.

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Jan 11, 1983

It is with great regret that I accept your resignation as U.S. Representative to the Mutual and Balanced Forces Reduction Talks.

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Jan 11, 1983

It is with great regret that I accept your resignation as Secretary of Health and Human Services.

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Jan 11, 1983

I believe that we can have a strong and sound Federal royalty management program.

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Jan 10, 1983

Then Congress would be, I think, endangering the security of this country.

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