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.
Oct 27, 1982
Does anyone here really want to go back to the double-digit inflation of 2 years ago?
Oct 27, 1982
It's apparent that I ask you for your support—but when you go out of here, start buttonholing friends and neighbors and make sure you get their support, too.
Oct 27, 1982
To keep them happy, I decided, I said, 'Okay, we'll flip a coin to decide whether to visit your beautiful State or stay in Washington.'
Oct 27, 1982
Today, with inflation dropping and with the upward trend of the stock market, billions of dollars have been added to the Value of the assets of this country's pension funds.
Oct 27, 1982
Make sure that your friends and your neighbors know that that's what this election is all about.
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