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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 3, 1987

Without their commitment, America would never have yielded up the bounty that was the first hallmark of its greatness.

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Aug 3, 1987

The administration opposes enactment of H.R. 2881 as unnecessary, since the President has already established a Presidential Commission on the Human Immunodeficiency Virus Epidemic in Executive Order 12601.

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Aug 3, 1987

The administration also opposes the addition of any other extraneous subjects to the bill that will interfere with swift renewal of FAA programs critical to aviation safety and needed capacity enhancement.

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Aug 3, 1987

We celebrate the role that women have won for themselves in our country's democratic process.

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Aug 2, 1987

Our commitment to counter Communist aggression in Central America will not diminish.

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Aug 2, 1987

Each person's right to own property is a birthright of every citizen.

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Aug 2, 1987

The energy and vitality unleashed by this kind of people's capitalism can serve this nation well.

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Aug 2, 1987

This country's ultimate resource is the creative talent, the hard work, and entrepreneurial spirit of individuals.

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Aug 2, 1987

The administration supports House passage of H.R. 1871, but will seek in the conference on this legislation to eliminate section 7 of the House bill.

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Aug 2, 1987

Liberty gives wings to the spirit of enterprise wherever it meets it; it breathes breath into it where it does not exist.

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Aug 2, 1987

I welcome the Senate's confirmation of Dr. Alan Greenspan as a member and Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board.

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Aug 2, 1987

Dr. Greenspan's experience in both the public and private sectors, spanning the last three decades, superbly qualifies him for this important and challenging position.

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