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.
May 31, 1987
Our Constitution has proven a source of strength, stability, and unerring wisdom.
May 31, 1987
The administration strongly opposes, and will seek to eliminate provisions that would deny to consumers the competitive benefits of new entrants into the regulated and supervised banking system.
May 31, 1987
I urge all Americans to join in observance of this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
May 31, 1987
The Constitution has blessed us with what I have to believe is the finest Government in history.
May 31, 1987
The success of this greatest of undertakings, the rebuilding of a battle-scarred continent, can be traced to goals that are easily distinguished from the mere transfer of money.
May 30, 1987
While I do accept death, I think the fight for life is important, and I'm going to fight the disease with every breath I have.
May 28, 1987
Our goal is to seek peace rather than provocation, but our interests and those of our friends must be preserved.
May 28, 1987
The administration opposes House passage of H.R. 2160 unless it is amended to authorize appropriations consistent with the President's 1988 Budget.
May 28, 1987
The administration would support H.R. 2355 if it is amended to delete the numerous special studies and the mandatory reservation of at least ten percent of EPA's appropriated R&D funds for basic research.
May 28, 1987
The use of the vital sealanes of the Persian Gulf will not be dictated by the Iranians.
May 27, 1987
It be amended to authorize appropriations of $12,533,000 for fiscal year 1988, as requested in the 1988 Budget, instead of $16,698,000.
May 27, 1987
Anyone who tells you we can't cut the deficit without raising taxes and attacking defense is just not telling you the truth.
May 27, 1987
It's time to give the President what 43 Governors have, what I had when I was Governor of California: the ability to veto spending, project by project, a line-item veto.
May 27, 1987
The administration recommends that H.R. 1522 not be considered under suspension of the rules.
May 26, 1987
Despite my reservations, I am approving H.R. 1157 in recognition of the serious crop losses that many farmers have suffered in the past year.
May 26, 1987
Can you imagine the precedent that would be set if we all stepped back?
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