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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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Feb 28, 1988

Nothing could be more important than our Strategic Defense Initiative, SDI—a strategic defense that threatens no one.

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Feb 28, 1988

May America and Ireland always cherish each other and the kinship in which we hold St. Patrick's Day.

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Feb 28, 1988

I have determined that the following major producing and/or major transit countries do not meet the standards set forth in Section 481(h)(2)(A): Afghanistan, Iran, Panama and Syria.

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Feb 28, 1988

There is no alternative: United States security demands a free and democratic Nicaragua.

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Feb 28, 1988

The only effective way to negotiate with the Soviets is from a position of strength.

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Feb 28, 1988

By virtue of the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, and in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App. I), it is hereby ordered that section…

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Feb 28, 1988

It is most desirable that this Protocol be considered by the Senate as soon as possible and that the Senate give advice and consent to ratification.

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Feb 28, 1988

Nancy and I are proud and pleased to wish everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day.

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Feb 28, 1988

If you really want glasnost, if you really want openness, tear down that wall.

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Feb 26, 1988

Democracy has been progressing in that region, but one area where totalitarianism has a foothold could well undo all that's been accomplished.

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Feb 26, 1988

Our commitment will not end when we leave Washington at the end of my term.

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