Political Quotes

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 2, 1988

I call upon the citizens of our great Nation to gather together on that day in homes and places of worship to pray, each after his or her own manner, for unity in the hearts of all mankind.

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Feb 2, 1988

Judge Kennedy believes, as I do, that the role of the judge in our democratic society is faithfully to interpret the law, not to make it.

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Feb 1, 1988

Our policy of negotiations backed by the freedom fighters is working.

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Feb 1, 1988

I initiated National Consumers Week in 1982 to acknowledge and emphasize the significant stake consumers have in our economy.

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Feb 1, 1988

Unless this amendment is adopted in its entirety, however, the President's senior advisers would recommend the disapproval of the bill.

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Feb 1, 1988

The Conference on Disarmament plays an important role in international endeavors to create a more stable and peaceful world.

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Feb 1, 1988

The people of Nicaragua love freedom just as much as those in El Salvador.

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Feb 1, 1988

One thing is clear: Those brave freedom fighters cannot be left unarmed against Communist tyranny.

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