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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 7, 1986

The future of our country, its safety and security, is in our hands.

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Oct 7, 1986

Now for the first time in history, the Soviets are discussing seriously not just limitations on how many more weapons we have but how we can reduce the weapons we already have.

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Oct 7, 1986

Down Syndrome is the most common genetic birth defect associated with mental handicap.

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Oct 7, 1986

I do hereby proclaim Saturday, October 11, 1986, as General Pulaski Memorial Day.

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Oct 7, 1986

Together, we turned America away from decline and uncertainty and put her back on the road to more jobs and opportunity.

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Oct 7, 1986

General Pulaski's heroism is an inspiration as well to all Americans.

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Oct 6, 1986

The appropriation authorization of $10 million for a new Federally assisted project is inappropriate and unwarranted at a time when there is a critical need to operate within severe budgetary constraints.

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Oct 6, 1986

We have completely altered the terms of what has been called the contemporary political conversation.

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Oct 6, 1986

Today it's the GOP that's the party of ideas, the party of the future, the party of opportunity for all.

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Oct 6, 1986

It is not clear that the Institute would provide the best means to accomplish this goal.

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Oct 6, 1986

Selecting recipients competitively helps to ensure that the taxpayers' money is spent on projects that address an acknowledged need and demonstrate the greatest promise of success.

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Oct 6, 1986

He was a gifted and dedicated artist, who gave the world some of our greatest films.

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Oct 6, 1986

Decentralization of power . . . could be one of the most long-lasting effects of my Presidency.

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Oct 6, 1986

His talent, professionalism, and instinct for excellence were an inspiration to all of us who had the privilege to work with Hal.

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Oct 6, 1986

These statehouse races are about freedom, about whether or not freedom in America will be expanded by bringing government closer to the people.

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Oct 6, 1986

I am concerned also that the Institute... would set an undesirable precedent for the noncompetitive establishment of additional regional centers.

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Oct 6, 1986

True peace requires respect for human rights and freedom as well as arms control.

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Oct 6, 1986

Nancy and I were deeply saddened to learn of Hal Wallis' death.

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Oct 6, 1986

I see no alternative to our twin policy of strength and dialog.

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Oct 6, 1986

Changes in the States can endure longer than almost anything that happens in Washington.

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Oct 6, 1986

We will not sacrifice fundamental principles or vital U.S. interests to get a summit.

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