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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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Oct 26, 1986

This act contains several important provisions reforming the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

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Oct 26, 1986

It is my fervent goal and hope—and that I know of all of you—that we will some day no longer have to rely on nuclear weapons to deter aggression and assure world peace.

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Oct 26, 1986

The Secretary of Transportation shall take the steps specified in Sections 306(a)(2) and (3).

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Oct 26, 1986

At the same time that government sends a long, loud, clear message, I ask each American to be strong in your intolerance of illegal drug use.

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Oct 26, 1986

This act represents another significant step forward in our effort to improve our foreign intelligence and counterintelligence capabilities.

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Oct 26, 1986

I am particularly pleased with the provisions contained in title IV of the act, which enhance the counterintelligence authorities of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Defense.

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Oct 26, 1986

First, the bill requires that certain restoration work be performed by unemployed persons who are commercial fishermen, Indians, or other persons whose livelihood depends upon commercial resources in the area.

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Oct 26, 1986

The Secretary of the Treasury shall be responsible for implementing Sections 301, 302, 303, 305, 308, 309, 310, 319, 320, 323(a)(1), and 510 of the Act.

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Oct 26, 1986

All affected Executive departments and agencies shall take all steps necessary, consistent with the Constitution, to implement the requirements of the Act.

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Oct 26, 1986

The Secretary of Commerce shall be responsible for implementing Section 304, 321, and 502(b) of the Act.

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Oct 26, 1986

These practices are unjustifiable, unreasonable, or discriminatory and burden or restrict United States commerce.

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Oct 26, 1986

The head of each agency assigned functions by this Order is delegated authority under Sections 601 and 603 of the Act.

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Oct 26, 1986

The Committee shall serve as a forum for consultations on United States policy concerning South Africa and shall monitor implementation of the Act to ensure consistency with United States policy objectives.

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Oct 26, 1986

The Secretary of Defense shall be responsible for implementing Section 322 of the Act.

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Oct 26, 1986

Like the council, the task force... has only advisory functions.

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Oct 26, 1986

Our goal in this crusade is nothing less than a drug-free generation.

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Oct 26, 1986

Our prayers are with you for the success of this historic gathering.

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Oct 26, 1986

These new authorities will enable us to detect and apprehend those who would betray our country for personal gain and improve the security of the country against hostile intelligence threats.

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Oct 26, 1986

These FOIA reforms substantially broaden the law enforcement exemptions in that act.

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Oct 26, 1986

All authority not expressly delegated or granted herein is retained by the President.

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Oct 26, 1986

Universal respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms should be a cornerstone of universal peace.

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Oct 26, 1986

I am signing this joint resolution because I believe, as the Department of the Interior testified when the resolution was pending, that the matters with which the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act is concerned should be left entirely to the…

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Oct 26, 1986

The American people want their government to get tough and to go on the offensive.

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