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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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Sep 6, 1986

The future will belong, not to the fainthearted, but to those who believe in it and prepare for it.

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Sep 6, 1986

Our hearts cry out for those innocent people who died and for their families.

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Sep 6, 1986

Together, we can and will win the Senate and keep our country and our cause moving ahead.

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Sep 6, 1986

High taxes, overregulation, and big bureaucracies are not the way to a better life for the American people.

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Sep 5, 1986

Each time you say no to drugs, you'll be helping America beat one of the most serious challenges we've ever faced.

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Sep 4, 1986

Nancy joins me in exhorting all Americans to give special honor to grandparents on that Sunday, September 7.

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Sep 4, 1986

The hijacking of Pan American Airways flight 73 at Pakistan's Karachi International Airport was a cruel and sinister terrorist act.

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Sep 3, 1986

The failure of the South African Government to take adequate steps to eliminate apartheid continues to endanger prospects for peaceful change in South Africa.

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Aug 27, 1986

I am pleased, therefore, to sign H.R. 3132 to ban armor-piercing ammunition as this legislation has long had the strong endorsement of our outstanding law enforcement organizations.

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Aug 27, 1986

An even more important message is the one I have for law enforcement officers: If you have access to soft body armor, please use it.

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Aug 27, 1986

In order to implement the requirements of the Reconciliation Act, I have determined that economic conditions affecting the general welfare require the following alternative plan for this pay adjustment.

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Aug 23, 1986

Nancy and I extend our heartfelt condolences to Don's wife, Alison, and his son, Graham.

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Aug 23, 1986

His creativity in the search for lasting peace throughout the world contributed significantly to our progress toward that goal.

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Aug 22, 1986

The passage of S. 992 does demonstrate congressional recognition of the problem of burdensome reporting requirements.

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Aug 22, 1986

S. 992 represents congressional action on an administration proposal to repeal or modify reporting requirements if they no longer serve a useful purpose.

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Aug 15, 1986

History has taught repeatedly that the best deterrent to such awful weapons is when both sides, not just one side, possess them.

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Aug 15, 1986

Make no mistake, the House defense bill is a reckless assault upon the national defense of the United States.

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Aug 15, 1986

I believe that this agreement satisfies my requirements for meaningful tax reform.

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Aug 14, 1986

Success depends not on coercion or power, but the ability to respond creatively to others' needs.

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Aug 14, 1986

Authorization is being requested for Fiscal Years 1987 and 1988 for the ships listed in the attachment to this letter.

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Aug 14, 1986

If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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Aug 14, 1986

Nasa will no longer be in the business of launching private satellites.

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