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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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Jun 1, 1982

When have we ever seen or will we ever see a nation ask to join the Warsaw Pact?

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Jun 1, 1982

To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, I herewith report seven new deferrals totaling $14.5 million and revisions to two deferrals previously reported increasing the amount deferred by…

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Jun 1, 1982

Our societies are a reflection of all that is good and decent in humankind.

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Jun 1, 1982

I shall be more proud than I've ever been of anything to be there representing the United States.

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May 31, 1982

I do hereby designate July 9, 1982 as National P.O.W.-M.I.A. Recognition Day.

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May 31, 1982

I return herewith, without my approval, H.R. 5118, the proposed 'Southern Arizona Water Rights Settlement Act of 1982.'

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May 31, 1982

I cannot support this resolution of litigation on behalf of the Papago Tribe by the United States Government.

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May 31, 1982

I strongly believe that the most appropriate means of resolving Indian water rights disputes is through negotiated settlement and legislation if it is needed to implement any such settlement.

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May 31, 1982

I will only approve legislation that implements a true negotiated settlement.

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May 31, 1982

H.R. 5118 is a multi-million dollar bailout of local public and commercial interests at the expense of Federal taxpayers throughout the nation.

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May 30, 1982

Does that flag still wave o'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?

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May 30, 1982

The United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics have agreed to begin formal negotiations on the limitation and reduction of strategic arms.

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