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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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Jun 11, 1986

It is extremely important that the advisory committee's report, due not later than January 1987, not be preempted by a congressional move toward additional measures at this volatile time.

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Jun 11, 1986

I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate remembrances and ceremonies.

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Jun 11, 1986

These exchange programs are one of the most important ways for others to learn about our values and our views.

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Jun 10, 1986

Each one of you young astronauts, scientists, and experimenters is a future Columbus, an explorer of the 20th and the 21st centuries.

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Jun 10, 1986

We're going to let the American spirit of enterprise loose in the limitless frontiers of space.

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Jun 10, 1986

We will make our space program safe, reliable, and proud—just as the Challenger Seven would have wanted.

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Jun 9, 1986

The Administration would prefer that section 6 of S. 2069 authorize rather than require remedial education programs.

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Jun 9, 1986

This bill will add tremendous incentives and efficiencies to our economy.

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Jun 9, 1986

The furnishing, sale and/or lease of defense articles and services to the Governments of Cape Verde, Mauritania, and Guinea-Bissau will strengthen the security of the United States and promote world peace.

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Jun 9, 1986

Most Americans will enjoy a reduction of their total tax obligation.

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Jun 9, 1986

This is all about passing on a free, prosperous, and secure America to the next generation.

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Jun 9, 1986

I call upon the Governors of the several States, the chief officials of local governments, and the people of the United States to observe such month with appropriate programs and activities.

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Jun 8, 1986

Just as the men and women of the resistance have decided what they must do, so, too, have Gorbachev, Castro, Arafat, and Qadhafi.

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Jun 8, 1986

We'll simply do what has to be done to make our space program safe and reliable and a renewed source of pride to our nation.

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Jun 8, 1986

Because we don't hide our mistakes, we're not condemned to repeat them.

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Jun 8, 1986

Though saddened and chastened, our nation will be stronger because of their courage and dedication.

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Jun 8, 1986

We can help our neighbors in their struggle for freedom, or, by doing nothing, we can abandon them to a Communist dictatorship.

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