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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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Sep 9, 1981

The United States will remain committed to Israel's security and well-being.

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Sep 9, 1981

The United States stands ready to help advance the peace process in any way that is useful to the parties concerned.

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Sep 9, 1981

We will work together with you and with our other friends in the region to counter Soviet aggression and to strengthen security of all the countries in the area.

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Sep 9, 1981

We've created new bonds of understanding between the United States and Israel, renewed and strengthened our very special friendship.

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Sep 9, 1981

Duty, honor, country are three hallowed words that reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, and what you will be.

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Sep 9, 1981

What you've done is make this country a happier place and, I think, speaking for all of us, it's deeply appreciated.

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Sep 9, 1981

Being young meant a temperamental predominance of courage over timidity, and an appetite for adventure over love of ease.

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Sep 9, 1981

Nobody grows old by merely living a number of years. People grow old by deserting their ideals.

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