May 17, 1982
I'm very proud to accept that on behalf of the people of the United States—my landlords.
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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May 17, 1982
What has made us a nation is our love of liberty and our realization that we're part of a great historic venture, an experiment in freedom to test the ability of people to live together in freedom.
May 17, 1982
And I've found out in my present capacity now, that I love to tell jokes now and then.
May 17, 1982
Today we declare that no longer functioning as it is, Ellis Island as a processing center, its contribution is not over.
May 17, 1982
I think our vision of liberty is reinforced by shared symbols and experiences.
May 16, 1982
I have attached for your consideration a proposed constitutional amendment to restore the simple freedom of our citizens to offer prayer in our public schools and institutions.
May 16, 1982
Australia and the United States have been partners, friends, and allies for more than 40 years.
May 16, 1982
I believe that it would be beneficial for our children to have an opportunity to begin each school day in the same manner.
May 16, 1982
I am confident that such an amendment will be quickly adopted, for the vast majority of our people believe there is a need for prayer in our public schools and institutions.
May 14, 1982
The men and women in our armed services are our final protection against those who wish us ill.
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