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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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Apr 14, 1981

Their convictions grew out of their good-faith belief that their actions were necessary to preserve the security interests of our country.

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Apr 13, 1981

I find and declare that through July 31, 1981, the entry of 300 million pounds of peanuts will not render or tend to render ineffective, or materially interfere with, the price support operations now being conducted by the Department of…

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Apr 13, 1981

Today our friends and our adversaries are reminded that we are a free people capable of great deeds.

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Apr 13, 1981

I call upon all Americans and upon patriotic, civic, and educational organizations to observe Friday, May 1, 1981, as Loyalty Day, with appropriate ceremonies.

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Apr 13, 1981

Each of us, whatever background, remains loyal to the Nation and to the ideals of freedom for which it stands.

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Apr 13, 1981

One of the great treasures of America is the unity of its people.

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Apr 13, 1981

Seldom are we called upon to consciously consider and express loyalty to our Nation and its ideals of liberty.

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Apr 13, 1981

We are a free people in search of progress for mankind, and today we found a little more.

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Apr 13, 1981

We should always remain aware that we are one people, together and indivisible.

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Apr 12, 1981

But we also share their pride in his professional achievements, his service to his country, and his strength of heart and spirit.

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Apr 12, 1981

Joe Louis fought his way to the top of professional boxing and into the hearts of millions of Americans.

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