Everything that is really great and inspiring was created by individuals who labor in freedom.
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.
The bottom line is that millions of Americans are renewing their faith in our political system.
This bill, carefully crafted during hours of discussion with members of both parties, brings with it fresh hope of economic progress for all Americans.
There is nothing that with mutual respect and honest communication we cannot work out together.
I trust that in coming weeks we will build a strong, national, bipartisan consensus for its passage.
I want to commend Congressmen Barber Conable and Kent Hance for the introduction of a new bipartisan tax bill.
There is now only one bill before the House—the bill introduced today—that offers true tax relief and a new economic beginning.
Your presence inspires confidence that we can calm any of the tensions that inevitably arise between two such close neighbors.
I want to thank you, Mr. President, for the consideration you've shown in visiting us here in Washington.
These proposals are a part of my continuing effort to help reduce government spending.
Today I am proud to nominate Samuel J. Cornelius to be Deputy Director of the Community Services Administration.





