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.
May 19, 1986
I call upon the people of the United States and Federal, State, and local government officials to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities designed to honor this hero of humanity.
May 19, 1986
Our country was threatened by an epidemic of drug abuse that's been growing in intensity since the 1960's.
May 19, 1986
What we've got to do now is make certain that we continue to give our young people... the support and backing they need to 'Just Say No' to drugs.
May 19, 1986
We're so proud of each of you who has rejected drugs and also those of you who have overcome drug problems.
May 19, 1986
I believe we can best honor Dr. Sakharov on his 65th birthday by taking his message to heart and by continuing our own vigorous efforts in pursuit of a just peace, including respect for human rights.
May 18, 1986
The National White House Conference on Small Business is an important event for our nation's entrepreneurs.
May 18, 1986
It’s important for us Americans to reflect upon the extent to which our nation is involved in international trade.
May 18, 1986
America's prosperity depends as never before on our ability to compete in international markets.
May 18, 1986
Together, we can underscore the significance of international trade to our nation and the world.
May 18, 1986
Given fair competitive conditions, American industry and labor can and will meet this challenge with renewed determination.
May 18, 1986
Our nation would be nowhere without you—you who've shown such initiative in opening new international markets.
May 18, 1986
No, the way to promote worldwide prosperity is not to erect barriers, but to bring them down; not to decrease international trade, but to expand it.
May 18, 1986
All must work to guarantee open markets—free trade is, by definition, fair trade.
May 18, 1986
I intend to nominate J. Michael Dorsey to be an Assistant Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
May 18, 1986
Aggressive exporters in our business community are calling today's trading climate an opportunity for a 'renaissance in American competitiveness.'
May 16, 1986
The best way to ensure their lives are never placed in jeopardy is to send a message to Washington and to the world, a message that says the American people are committed to national defense.
May 16, 1986
Thanks-thanks for being there, for keeping our homes and children safe, for keeping America free and at peace.
May 16, 1986
The dream, of course, is freedom, and truly those of you in uniform today are freedom's honor guard.
May 16, 1986
I want to remind each of you in uniform how grateful your country is to you.
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