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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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Oct 20, 1981

Thus, we regard any military threat to Europe as a threat to the United States itself.

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Oct 19, 1981

The Board shall report directly to the President and advise him concerning the objectives, conduct, management, and coordination of the various activities of the agencies of the intelligence community.

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Oct 19, 1981

These deferrals recognize the intent of Congress, reaffirmed during House and Senate action on the Continuing Resolution, that amounts provided in Continuing Resolutions are ceilings, not mandatory spending levels.

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Oct 19, 1981

I have decided, pursuant to section 125(d)(1) of the Trade Act, to suspend the application of the Agreement.

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Oct 19, 1981

The Board shall have access to the full extent permitted by applicable law to all information necessary to carry out its duties in the possession of any agency of the Government.

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Oct 18, 1981

Military inferiority does not avoid a conflict, it only invites one and then ensures defeat.

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Oct 18, 1981

The freedom we enjoy today has not always existed and carries no guarantees.

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Oct 18, 1981

Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must, . . ., undergo the fatigue of supporting it.

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