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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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Jul 23, 1987

Judge Sessions is well recognized as a man of great personal integrity and honor.

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Jul 23, 1987

Under Judge Sessions' leadership, I'm confident that the FBI will continue its impressive tradition as one of the finest law enforcement agencies in the world.

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Jul 23, 1987

Let the Kremlin announce—or renounce the use of force as a means of imposing on any people a form of government they do not choose.

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Jul 23, 1987

Our own security and the cause of human freedom are inseparably linked in Central America.

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Jul 23, 1987

It's with great pleasure that I today announce my intention to nominate Judge William Steele Sessions to be Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

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Jul 23, 1987

I'm happy to be able to draw upon the talents of a person with such extensive experience.

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