Political Quotes

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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May 21, 1987

The administration supports the laudable objectives of the bill.

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May 21, 1987

Greater love than this has no man than to lay down his life for his friends.

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May 20, 1987

Any American who has ever listened to a bugler sound Taps knows exactly why we set aside a special day each year to honor those who have died for our country and to pray for permanent peace.

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May 20, 1987

We both share a strong commitment to human rights and democracy.

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May 20, 1987

This bill abolishes unnecessary restrictions on natural gas and petroleum markets.

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May 20, 1987

Let no one doubt our resolve to protect our vital interests in the Persian Gulf or anywhere else.

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May 20, 1987

I hereby designate Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 1987, as a day of prayer for permanent peace.

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May 20, 1987

The administration has no objection to the enactment of H.R. 1205.

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May 20, 1987

We pray and we resolve to keep holy the memory of those who have died for our country and to make their cause inseparably our own.

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May 19, 1987

Effort, homework, discipline, values, and quality teaching are the best any education can offer.

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May 19, 1987

The sense of accomplishment for serving our country in a public capacity is without parallel.

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May 19, 1987

Education is the surest way for individuals to rise above poverty.

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May 19, 1987

Appointment of Four Members of the Board of Directors of the Federal National Mortgage Association.

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May 18, 1987

I have determined, under the provisions of section 504(f), that the per capita gross national product for each such country for calendar year 1985 exceeds the applicable limit provided in section 504(t)(2).

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May 18, 1987

I have determined that it is appropriate to extend GSP benefits to Greenland.

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May 18, 1987

Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the statutes of the United States, including but not limited to Title V and section 604 of the…

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May 18, 1987

When it comes to quality in a school, the important thing is not what goes in, but what comes out.

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