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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, 1982

Why should the Federal Government think it can do what all the rest of us don't have to do in our private lives?

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Aug 10, 1982

The Federal Government has usurped more and more of our natural and national resources.

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Aug 10, 1982

You know who you are, and I wish I could bottle some of your confidence and send it to points east, especially a place I know along the Potomac.

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Aug 10, 1982

We can't afford to yield to the budget-busting currents of the past.

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Aug 9, 1982

It's been dishonestly portrayed and tagged as the largest tax increase in history.

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Aug 9, 1982

Those who are opposing it cannot hide from the fact that they are supporting increased deficits and higher interest rates.

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Aug 9, 1982

This combination represents a $380 billion reduction in deficits over 3 years.

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Aug 5, 1982

Today I announced my intention to appoint the following individuals to be members of the Presidential Commission on Drunk Driving.

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Aug 5, 1982

The United States membership of the Commission shall consist of an Army member, a Navy member, an Air Force member, and a Marine Corps member.

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