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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 3, 1981

The American people have suffered economically for too long, and we just want to tell them help is on the way.

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Jun 2, 1981

He served as a member of California's first appeals board of the California Occupational Safety and Health Administration, appointed by Governor Reagan.

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Jun 2, 1981

Today I announce my intention to nominate Alton Gold Keel, Jr., to be an Assistant Secretary of the Air Force.

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Jun 1, 1981

During the past year, China has continued its commitment to open emigration.

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Jun 1, 1981

Emigration from Romania to the United States has increased substantially since the waiver has been in effect.

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Jun 1, 1981

Continuation of the waiver authority might permit future expansion of our bilateral relations with other countries now subject to subsection 402 (a) and (b) of the Act.

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Jun 1, 1981

I find, pursuant to subsection 405(b)(1) of that Act, that a satisfactory balance of concessions in trade and services has been maintained during the lives of the Agreements on Trade Relations between the United States and the Socialist…

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Jun 1, 1981

I further determine that actual or foreseeable reductions in United States tariffs and non-tariff barriers to trade resulting from multilateral negotiations have been satisfactorily reciprocated by the Socialist Republic of Romania and by…

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Jun 1, 1981

Mrs. Brown has been Inspector General at the Department of Interior since May 1979.

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May 31, 1981

Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning Sunday, June 14, 1981, as National Flag Week.

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May 31, 1981

Rule 410. Inadmissibility of pleas, plea discussions, and related statements.

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May 31, 1981

I urge all Americans to observe Flag Day, June 14, and National Flag Week by flying the Stars and Stripes from their porches, windows and storefronts.

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