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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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Jun 11, 1981

We intend to seek the fullest possible account from the governments involved.

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Jun 11, 1981

Just the thought of the terrible pain that they suffered and endured should be seared in our memories forever.

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Jun 11, 1981

Today I announce my intention to nominate John P. Horton to be an Assistant Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.

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Jun 11, 1981

Our true choice is not between tax reduction on the one hand and avoidance of large Federal deficits on the other.

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Jun 11, 1981

Today, I announce my intention to nominate Robert John Hughes to be an Associate Director of the International Communication Agency.

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Jun 11, 1981

America does remember and is grateful and will always be proud of their courage and honor on the battlefield.

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Jun 11, 1981

Do what's right and you'll please some of the people and astound the rest.

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Jun 11, 1981

The brave men and women who fought for our country should all know that America does remember and is grateful.

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Jun 11, 1981

Who will ever forget on that first night in that first plane that arrived at Clark Field in the Philippines?

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Jun 10, 1981

The future's always looked bleak til people with brains and faith and courage who dreamed and dared to take great risks found a way to make it better.

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