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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Nov 2, 1987

One way or another, we're going to put the public menace of deficit spending behind bars.

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Nov 1, 1987

The administration supports extension of child abuse prevention and treatment programs and adoption opportunities programs.

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Nov 1, 1987

The administration is confident that the HMO industry can stand on its record of delivering quality and cost-effective care without continued protection from market competition.

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Nov 1, 1987

These grants have achieved their purpose since most States have now established trust funds for these activities.

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Nov 1, 1987

There is no need for statutory establishment of such a commission.

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Oct 30, 1987

How do we say goodbye to someone we've loved for so long, someone of innate tenderness who loved us?

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Oct 30, 1987

To paraphrase Winston Churchill, meeting her was 'like opening a bottle of champagne.'

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Oct 30, 1987

Let us realize that Deedie has just gone through a door from this life to that other life that God promised us.

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