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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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Feb 8, 1982

We will not turn our backs on those who seek to gain or secure their liberty.

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Feb 8, 1982

America needs your vitality and her people need your responsiveness.

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Feb 8, 1982

Washington, D.C., has no corner on compassion or wisdom or morality.

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Feb 8, 1982

I am pleased to nominate Robert Thaddeus Grey, Jr., to be Deputy Director of the United States Arms Control and Disarmament Agency.

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Feb 8, 1982

We've lived too long by the maxims of past decades, lost in a jungle of government bureaucracy.

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Feb 8, 1982

We must turn to ourselves, to draw upon the diversity of our people and tap the strength inherent in that diversity.

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Feb 8, 1982

Transmitted herewith is the Summary Report of the Department of Energy Sunset Review.

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Feb 8, 1982

It's morally important that we take steps to protect America's safety and preserve the peace.

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