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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 6, 1987

I know the letter that I'm giving to each of you reflects serious work and intense work by you and my senior advisers, and I'm most grateful for your efforts.

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Aug 6, 1987

I believe this is a message the American people are responding to.

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Aug 6, 1987

This breakthrough of the 6 percent mark does not occur in a hyperinflated economy as it did in 1979 but is based instead on sound growth and steady, long-term job creation.

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Aug 6, 1987

The days of economic stagnation are not a distant memory to the American people.

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Aug 5, 1987

Since 1986 Admiral Hull has been the Director of Charting and Geodetic Services at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Rockville, MD.

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Aug 5, 1987

The administration opposes passage of S. 1459 unless it is amended to:— Delete section 11.

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Aug 5, 1987

I commend you for your willingness to follow a responsible path to prevent increased dependency.

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Aug 5, 1987

Prior to this he served as director of the Atlantic Marine Center National Ocean Service, 1983-1986.

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Aug 5, 1987

Admiral Hull graduated from Oklahoma State University (B.S., 1958) and Cornell University (M.S., 1966).

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Aug 5, 1987

Under his leadership, we can expect the Commission will continue with that essential role.

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