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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 2, 1986

I vetoed a joint resolution which would have prevented the sale of defensive missiles to Saudi Arabia.

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Jun 2, 1986

Maintaining a strong nuclear deterrent does much more than prevent nuclear war.

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Jun 2, 1986

I am proud to announce my intention to nominate William R. Graham to be Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy.

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Jun 2, 1986

I determine that the further extension of the waiver authority... will substantially promote the objectives of Section 402 of the Act.

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Jun 2, 1986

This vote will have a profound effect upon our relations with the Arab world.

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Jun 2, 1986

It's quite simply necessary and indispensable to the execution of our foreign policy.

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Jun 2, 1986

I am proud to nominate Kenneth A. Gilles to serve as an Assistant Secretary of Agriculture.

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Jun 2, 1986

The bill also imposes additional unnecessary reporting requirements on the foreign assistance program.

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Jun 2, 1986

There is a law that was passed—I believe it was 1954—that's very specific—not just about the media, it's about anyone who makes public information which can be dangerous to our national security.

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Jun 2, 1986

The extension of MFN has facilitated American citizens' access to coreligionists in Romania.

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Jun 2, 1986

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate Saundra Brown Armstrong.

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Jun 2, 1986

Every dollar taken from our strategic programs is a victory for potential aggressors.

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Jun 2, 1986

I further determine that the continuation of the waivers applicable to the Socialist Republic of Romania, the Hungarian People's Republic, and the People's Republic of China will substantially promote the objectives of Section 402 of the…

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Jun 2, 1986

I share the strong concerns manifested among the public and in the Congress regarding the Romanian Government's restrictions on religious liberties.

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Jun 2, 1986

I believe it would be most unwise to delay and further restrict the program.

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Jun 1, 1986

I just want to say, 'Keep on truckin' through disaster relief.

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Jun 1, 1986

Indeed, when asked by pollsters, most Americans state their belief that no matter how big government gets and no matter how many services it provides, it can never take the place of volunteers.

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Jun 1, 1986

Michael R. Darby is an excellent choice to serve as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury.

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Jun 1, 1986

The spirit of voluntarism is deeply ingrained in us as a nation.

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Jun 1, 1986

You can see these volunteer efforts, these private sector initiatives, all around.

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Jun 1, 1986

I can think of nothing finer to say about our country than that it has produced men and women like you—true heroes of the heart.

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May 30, 1986

Terrorism is not an acceptable alternative and will not be tolerated.

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May 30, 1986

Terrorists intentionally kill or maim unarmed civilians, often women and children.

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May 30, 1986

Freedom fighters do not need to terrorize a population into submission.

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May 30, 1986

I therefore urge the Senate to promptly approve the revised treaty.

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