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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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Sep 14, 1982

Well, I'm here to tell you that we're not writing off anyone.

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Sep 14, 1982

A government that can give liberty in its Constitution ought to have power to protect liberty in its administration.

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Sep 14, 1982

The level of activity of this administration in investigating and prosecuting those who would attempt to deny blacks their civil liberties by violence and intimidation has exceeded the level of every past administration.

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Sep 14, 1982

The rest of us in the GOP are grateful for your commitment and deeply impressed by your tenacity.

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Sep 14, 1982

Let us prove again that America can truly be a promised land, a land where people of every race, creed, and background can live together in freedom, harmony, and prosperity.

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Sep 14, 1982

Together, we can break this degrading cycle and we can do it with fairness, compassion, and love in our hearts.

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Sep 14, 1982

America's best days are not behind her, and we're moving forward to tackle the serious problems just as we said we would.

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Sep 13, 1982

Princess Grace was deeply loved by the people of Monaco because she was a compassionate and gentle lady who had a deep and abiding affection for her adopted country and people.

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Sep 13, 1982

It's a pleasure to join with all those gathered in Bloomington today to congratulate you on becoming the 1 millionth Eagle Scout in our nation's history.

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