Political Quotes

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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Apr 25, 1982

William W. Watkin, Jr., would succeed Clifford Bradley O'Hara.

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Apr 25, 1982

I don't believe for one minute that America's best days are behind her.

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Apr 25, 1982

I do hereby proclaim the year 1982 as the 'National Year of Disabled Persons.'

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Apr 25, 1982

The American dream of human progress through freedom and equality of opportunity in competitive enterprise is still the most revolutionary idea in the world today.

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Apr 24, 1982

Israeli withdrawal from Sinai marks the beginning of a new era in the peaceful relations between Israel and Egypt.

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Apr 23, 1982

For 6 months, inflation has been running at an annualized rate of only 3.2 percent.

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Apr 23, 1982

There really is something magic about the marketplace when it's free to operate.

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