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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 8, 1987

Where there is oppression, there is stagnation—economic stagnation—and the underlying stagnation of the human heart and mind.

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Oct 8, 1987

Nancy and I were saddened to learn of the death this morning of our friend, Ambassador Clare Boothe Luce.

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Oct 8, 1987

Section 2 of H.R. 2472 would contravene the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

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Oct 8, 1987

I herewith transmit a report specifying my determination of the uniform percentage necessary to reduce outlays for travel, transportation, and subsistence by $18 million government-wide in Fiscal Year 1987.

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Oct 7, 1987

It would be impossible for me to give up in the face of a lynch mob.

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Oct 7, 1987

The administration has no objection to House passage of H.R. 3189.

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Oct 7, 1987

The administration will, however, seek early repeal of an objectionable and unnecessary requirement in the bill.

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Oct 7, 1987

I'm delighted to announce today my nominee for the post of Secretary of Transportation, James Burnley.

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