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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Jul 7, 1987

It's not government, it's the American people who have made America great.

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Jul 7, 1987

The present Supplementary Agreement would amend the original agreement with the Federal Republic of Germany.

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Jul 7, 1987

The U.S.-FRG social security agreement is similar in objective to the social security agreements in force with other countries.

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Jul 5, 1987

It has become clear that ultimately no one benefits from the current agriculture policies employed around the world—not farmers, not consumers, and not taxpayers.

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Jul 5, 1987

Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.

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Jul 5, 1987

I want to enlist your support in the campaign I began on July 3d on the steps of the Jefferson Memorial.

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Jul 5, 1987

Truth in Federal spending—Congress shall specify how every single new program is to be paid for.

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Jul 5, 1987

The only hope is for a major international agreement that commits everyone to the same actions and timetable.

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