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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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Jul 29, 1982

I have ruled out any negotiation of a new long-term agreement at this time.

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Jul 29, 1982

I call on all Americans to join in honoring Purple Heart recipients who have served and those who still serve our Nation with distinction.

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Jul 27, 1982

I think that some of what's going on in the Congress has held back the psychology, a change that is needed.

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Jul 27, 1982

We're trying to restore the economy, to get back to a growth economy that will be based on solid principles.

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Jul 27, 1982

The American people understand that we need fundamental reform—reform that goes beyond promises and gives them real protection for their earnings.

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Jul 27, 1982

I herewith report one new proposal to rescind a total of $83.5 million in budget authority previously provided to the Congress.

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Jul 27, 1982

By the authority vested in me as President of the United States of America by Section 306 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended.

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Jul 27, 1982

There's nothing we would like more than to see an end to the bloodshed and the shelling.

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Jul 27, 1982

Back-to-back decades of red ink spending have brought our economy to its knees.

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Jul 27, 1982

I think it would be a step forward in progress if the PLO would change the position it has had.

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