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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 22, 1982

The American people will not be satisfied with anything less.

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Jul 22, 1982

I shall always appreciate the extraordinary contributions you have made to the formulation, advocacy, and refinement of all elements of our Economic Recovery Program.

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Jul 22, 1982

I view this initiative as one of the most important and challenging of my Presidency.

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Jul 22, 1982

Yes, because there are plenty of people that are trying to step the level of rhetoric up.

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Jul 22, 1982

These alternative work schedules also had a very positive effect on the morale of employees.

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Jul 22, 1982

I announce my intention to nominate Manuel H. Johnson, Jr., to be an Assistant Secretary of the Treasury.

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Jul 22, 1982

I am pleased to sign into law the Federal Employees Flexible and Compressed Work Schedules Act of 1982.

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Jul 22, 1982

Consider it a real nice wholesome gathering, and everybody has a lot of fun.

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Jul 22, 1982

The total time on the job remains the same, but the particular hours when the work is performed can vary.

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Jul 22, 1982

We must not allow this opportunity to reach an agreement on substantial nuclear force reductions to be lost.

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