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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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Mar 23, 1982

We believe that a united Europe would achieve economic progress.

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Mar 23, 1982

Greater energy independence is the best preparation America can make for the future.

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Mar 22, 1982

The rights of all our citizens are sacred—in the eyes of God and under the Constitution of the United States.

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Mar 22, 1982

With all its flaws, America remains a unique achievement for human dignity on a scale unequaled anywhere in the world.

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Mar 22, 1982

Well, I'm still optimistic, because I know that there are well-intentioned people up there on both sides of the aisle that really are serious-minded about the welfare of the Nation.

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Mar 22, 1982

I say that with your help, we must free enterprise so that together we can save America.

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Mar 22, 1982

I believe that we've got to recognize that this recession has been the result of a number of years of practices that have led to these high interest rates.

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Mar 22, 1982

We in America have been blessed with a sacred opportunity and a sacred quest.

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Mar 22, 1982

I am pleased to announce my intention to appoint T. Kenneth Cribb, Jr., to be Assistant Counsellor to the President.

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Mar 22, 1982

I think that the program we have in place is the best answer, the fundamentals of that program, for getting us back on a sound economic footing.

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