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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 14, 1982

America is blessed with a man of exceptional character and qualifications for this vital position.

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Jul 13, 1982

I hope you return to Honduras confident that the United States—it's people and its government—remains a reliable friend and good neighbor.

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Jul 13, 1982

Early action on the Caribbean Basin Initiative is a high priority for my administration.

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Jul 13, 1982

Honduras is a good and valued friend and partner of the United States.

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Jul 13, 1982

It is my hope that the compromise will be supported by a large majority of the members of the committee.

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Jul 13, 1982

I want to welcome the bipartisan compromise which has been reached in the House Foreign Affairs Committee on my request for emergency economic assistance under the Caribbean Basin Initiative.

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Jul 13, 1982

The United States will provide assistance so that Hondurans can defend themselves from aggression.

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Jul 12, 1982

Our mission-or our mission-is to free enterprise so together we can save America.

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Jul 12, 1982

I think it's time for new ideas that can produce real solutions.

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Jul 12, 1982

The best social program is a productive job for anyone who's willing to work.

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Jul 11, 1982

We must not and we will not, permit prospects for lasting economic recovery to be buried beneath an endless tide of red ink.

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Jul 11, 1982

Twenty-one unbalanced budgets in 22 years is proof that our Federal budgetary system needs fundamental reform.

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