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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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Aug 26, 1987

We have not yet decided on the format of our next funding request.

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Aug 24, 1987

This took great physical, intellectual, and, most of all, moral courage.

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Aug 21, 1987

I am confident that this project will be a noteworthy component of the revitalization of Pennsylvania Avenue in the District of Columbia.

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Aug 21, 1987

In the last few years, we've made enormous strides in our efforts to ensure that you get the maximum benefit out of every tax dollar you send to Washington.

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Aug 21, 1987

I note that it contains a clearly unconstitutional provision as well as one other provision that warrants interpretation.

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Aug 21, 1987

The largest component will be used by Federal agencies, thereby allowing the Federal Government to vacate a substantial amount of costly leased space in the District of Columbia.

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Aug 19, 1987

I am pleased to announce my intention to appoint Rebecca Gernhardt Range to be Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of Public Liaison.

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Aug 18, 1987

I am signing S. 1577, a bill 'To extend certain protections under title 11 of the United States Code, the Bankruptcy Code.'

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Aug 18, 1987

America must not be denied the benefits of the creativity and talents of all its citizens.

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