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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 10, 1982

The United States attaches great importance to the maintenance by the United Kingdom Government of an independent nuclear deterrent.

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Mar 10, 1982

We will continue our efforts to strengthen the non-proliferation regime and the framework for peaceful nuclear cooperation.

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Mar 9, 1982

The foreign interference in Afghanistan comes from the nearly 100,000 Soviet armed invaders.

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Mar 9, 1982

I take particular satisfaction in signing today the proclamation authorized by Joint Resolution No. 142.

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Mar 9, 1982

The Afghan people have matched their heroism against the most terrifying weapons of modern warfare in the Soviet arsenal.

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Mar 9, 1982

The fact that freedom is the strongest force in the world is daily demonstrated by the people of Afghan.

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Mar 9, 1982

The Soviet Union bears a grave responsibility for the continuing suffering of the Afghan people.

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