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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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Mar 6, 1987

How much safer the world will be when the Soviet leaders see Americans standing behind such a firm policy for peace.

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Mar 5, 1987

The administration opposes S. 607, because its primary purpose has been accomplished administratively.

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Mar 5, 1987

S. 607 is still objectionable, because it would impose a virtual straitjacket on GNMA's fundamental business management ability.

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Mar 5, 1987

I invite the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities to recognize the devotion, contributions, and faithful service of our Nation's Federal employees.

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Mar 4, 1987

Mrs. Howell has been an active member of numerous museum organizations.

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Mar 4, 1987

Sometimes we get so caught up in day-to-day events that we forget the great promise that is our nation and our future.

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Mar 4, 1987

I hereby determine that the conditions set forth in that Section with respect to provision of assistance to the Nicaraguan democratic resistance have been met.

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Mar 4, 1987

State and local governments should be urged to target additional amounts of the over $6 billion already available this year.

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Mar 4, 1987

I have no intention of bargaining away mankind's dream of a safer world.

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Mar 4, 1987

I cannot believe in continuing to base the safety of the world and of mankind on a policy called MAD, for mutual assured destruction.

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Mar 4, 1987

The administration opposes H.R. 558, because it establishes costly and duplicative new programs in a time of fiscal problems.

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Mar 4, 1987

We learn from [our mistakes]; then we go on and do things better than we did before.

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Mar 3, 1987

It is with deep regret and gratitude for your assistance and advice that I accept your resignation as Counsel to the President.

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Mar 3, 1987

Maybe I just said a few things here that will make some of you think twice before you repeat those things that have been said.

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