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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 29, 1981

I have to call your attention again that they had plenty of warning.

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Nov 29, 1981

Let it never be said that ours was the first generation of Americans to falter.

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Nov 29, 1981

And the only thing I want to ask of them is: Are you sure the other fellows went home?

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Nov 29, 1981

John Kennedy knew this 20 years ago when he proposed a tax cut based on the same principle.

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Nov 28, 1981

The private sector has formidable powers of creativity and risk-taking.

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Nov 24, 1981

This food grant reflects the humanitarian concern of this Nation for the well-being of the people of Poland.

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Nov 23, 1981

I believe the United States should be a party to the Regulations from the outset.

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Nov 23, 1981

This large and cost-effective acquisition program will be accomplished through a combination of direct cash purchase and exchange with excess materials from our stockpile.

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Nov 23, 1981

The stability and economic strength of Jamaica are important to our national security interests in the Caribbean.

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