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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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Nov 30, 1981

The future is too important for it to be used as a political football.

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Nov 30, 1981

I have nominated Mark Evans Austad to be Ambassador to Norway.

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Nov 30, 1981

Older Americans making up 11 percent of our population will receive 28 percent of the Federal budget in this present fiscal year.

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Nov 30, 1981

The United States is prepared to help Zaire achieve its development and security goals.

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Nov 30, 1981

I intend to nominate Mr. Zeder for the rank of Ambassador while serving in that capacity.

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Nov 29, 1981

What we don't need is more spending, and what we don't need are taxes, and what we do need is a lot less of both.

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Nov 29, 1981

There's one Democrat Congressman already that has announced that he will seek reelection as a Republican.

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Nov 29, 1981

I think in view of the record, you can't dismiss them out of hand.

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