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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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Jan 29, 1988

We intend to work closely with cooperative delegations to reach constructive and helpful resolutions on such issues as the practice of apartheid by the South African Government.

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Jan 29, 1988

We must not forget other victims of long-standing human rights abuses.

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Jan 28, 1988

All four have achieved an impressive level of economic development and competitiveness, which can be sustained without the preferences provided by the program.

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Jan 28, 1988

It really is this thing about being a good loser—it's easier to be a good loser and smile and take it than it is to be a good winner and do it with dignity and grace.

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Jan 28, 1988

I hereby certify that the withholding of funds to multilateral development banks and other international organizations and programs... is contrary to the national interest.

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Jan 28, 1988

The whole country honors you today, and I'm pleased to have this opportunity to add my congratulations.

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Jan 28, 1988

I am hereby providing notice of my intent to remove Hong Kong, the Republic of Korea, Singapore, and Taiwan from their status as beneficiaries of the GSP program as of January 2, 1989.

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Jan 28, 1988

Such employees should not enjoy the same procedural and appellate rights as employees in the competitive service.

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Jan 28, 1988

Graduating these economies may also enable other less developed countries to benefit more fully from the GSP program.

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Jan 27, 1988

You can always get the truth from an American statesman after he has turned 70 or given up all hope of the Presidency.

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