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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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May 9, 1988

Political solidarity with our allies and a shared willingness to do what is necessary to defend ourselves are the indispensable keys to better relations across the board with the Soviet Union.

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May 9, 1988

This is our highest civilian award, the American Medal of Freedom.

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May 9, 1988

By virtue of the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, I hereby establish the President's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities.

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May 9, 1988

The Executive Committee shall advise and assist the Chairman of the President's Committee in the conduct of the business of the President's Committee.

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May 9, 1988

I hereby proclaim the week of May 8 through May 14, 1988, as National Osteoporosis Prevention Week.

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May 9, 1988

I request that the Congress appropriate no more than the level I have proposed.

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May 9, 1988

You believed in NATO when it counted, and that spirit has been contagious.

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May 8, 1988

A government that lives within its means will free billions of dollars in private resources for yet greater small business growth.

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May 8, 1988

I do hereby proclaim the week of June 6 through June 12, 1988, as National Fishing Week.

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May 8, 1988

Government did not create these jobs or produce these innovations.

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