Political Quotes

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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Jun 23, 1986

The Senate overwhelmingly passed the most sweeping piece of tax reform legislation in our nation's history.

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Jun 23, 1986

The National Science Foundation has been and will remain a key part of the national effort to expand our research achievements.

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Jun 23, 1986

It is a dramatic break with an antiquated and unfair tax system.

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Jun 22, 1986

That's why I spoke as harshly as I did about a couple of those stories.

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Jun 22, 1986

The greatest threat comes from the self-proclaimed enemies of our freedoms.

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Jun 22, 1986

The family is the original and most effective Department of Health, Education, and Welfare.

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Jun 22, 1986

Freedom of the press is one of the basic guarantors of political liberty.

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Jun 22, 1986

We believe that this is one of the most hopeful things that's come along in a long time.

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Jun 22, 1986

Only if the following provisions were deleted would the Administration support H.R. 4184.

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Jun 22, 1986

I can't acknowledge each of you, but perhaps by mentioning a few I can indicate how outstanding you all are.

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Jun 22, 1986

I am firmly committed to a free, open, and fair international trading system.

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Jun 22, 1986

The relationship between France and the United States is one whose bonds were forged in our initial fight for freedom.

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Jun 22, 1986

The idea that we're going to base our hopes for peace on each being able to destroy the other is mad.

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Jun 22, 1986

I think that this could be as important a thing for the world at large.

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