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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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Oct 4, 1988

The Secretary of the Interior and the Director of OMB would recommend that the bill be vetoed.

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Oct 4, 1988

We are convinced that even during these times of fiscal austerity, significant progress in traffic safety can be achieved.

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Oct 4, 1988

The national outrage against drunk drivers has brought about even more improvements in traffic safety.

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Oct 4, 1988

This provision must be construed as a nonbinding request that the Secretary consult with the tribes in developing the relevant measurements.

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Oct 4, 1988

Our conduct would be governed by the directive [Executive Order 12333] that I had.

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Oct 3, 1988

We are pleased at the announcement that Mr. Singh has been freed by his captors.

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Oct 3, 1988

I am pleased that the House of Representatives sustained my veto of the protectionist textiles bill.

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Oct 3, 1988

Believe me, everything you've done through the Republican Governors Association has been much appreciated.

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Oct 3, 1988

By sustaining the veto, the House has once again reaffirmed America's commitment to the free market and free international trade.

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Oct 3, 1988

I did—for the record, the misery index was around 13 percent.

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Oct 3, 1988

Consequently, any commission examining these issues should have a mandate to consider the broader issues of deposit insurance for the future.

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Oct 3, 1988

Federal deposit insurance has, since its inception, underwritten the Nation's depository system by providing stability for financial markets.

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Oct 3, 1988

You prove that hard work and determination overcome all obstacles and that despair is unnecessary.

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Oct 3, 1988

What the gerrymandering has meant to us are you aware that in the 58 years from 1931 through 1988 the Democrats have held the House of Representatives in Washington for 54 of those 58 years?

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Oct 3, 1988

The Federal Government is so large and its mandate so very broad that when programs are instituted, flexibility and ability to adapt to local circumstances are very limited.

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Oct 3, 1988

The American people are beginning to understand that in all these ways the liberal leadership has been saying 'no' to rank-and-file Democrats.

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Oct 3, 1988

The two visa allocation programs would impose significant costs on the Federal government.

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Oct 3, 1988

The bill would, contrary to fundamental principles underlying our immigration laws, favor particular nations.

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