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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 11, 1987

I am the one who is ultimately accountable to the American people.

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Aug 10, 1987

I am proud to appoint Armando Valladares as United States Representative on the Human Rights Commission of the United Nations.

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Aug 10, 1987

There's been a convergence of policy and technology that has changed the spirit of America.

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Aug 10, 1987

Those who deny a neighbor, solely on the basis of race, the opportunity to buy a house, or to enjoy equal educational and job opportunities, are in effect denying those rights to Christ Himself.

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Aug 9, 1987

I am today signing H.R. 27, the Competitive Equality Banking Act of 1987.

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Aug 9, 1987

I know that Bill, like his predecessor, Malcolm Baldrige, understands the importance of expanding international markets, maintaining our competitiveness, and enhancing our export capability.

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Aug 9, 1987

I urge the Congress to revisit this issue now that the development of comprehensive financial reform is at the top of the legislative agenda.

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Aug 9, 1987

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate C. William Verity, Jr., as Secretary of Commerce.

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Aug 9, 1987

I have every confidence that Bill will ably pursue the policies this administration has developed over the past 6 1/2 years.

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Aug 9, 1987

I call upon the people of the United States to spend the period from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on that date with their neighbors in front of their homes to demonstrate support for community crime watch programs and to signal to criminals that…

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