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.
Mar 16, 1986
Tip, you are a true son of Boston College and our friend, and we salute you.
Mar 16, 1986
Those directly concerned, the people of both Irish traditions, will chart the course which will, we pray, lead to reconciliation in that troubled land.
Mar 16, 1986
I hope you also know how much I hope this continues for many years to come.
Mar 16, 1986
The policies and actions of the Government of South Africa continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign policy and economy of the United States.
Mar 16, 1986
We cannot permit individuals, for their own evil ends, to snuff out hope by the use of violence.
Mar 16, 1986
Nothing stirs the heart like liberty, which is very much on our minds these days.
Mar 16, 1986
I think the fact of our friendship is testimony to the political system that we're part of.
Mar 16, 1986
I shall continue to exercise the powers at my disposal to apply the measures contained in Executive Order 12532 as long as these measures are appropriate.
Mar 16, 1986
I think you might be interested to know that Jeane Kirkpatrick has a column in the paper this morning...
Mar 16, 1986
The key to progress in Northern Ireland and in the Republic is a strong, growing economy.
Mar 16, 1986
I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate Dr. William L. Roper.
Mar 16, 1986
Americans should not give either financial or moral support to Irish terrorists, any Irish terrorists.
Mar 16, 1986
A little kidding is, after all, a sign of affection, the sort of things that friends do to each other.
Mar 16, 1986
Our friendship for Ireland and the Irish people is deep and enduring.
Mar 16, 1986
Today we remember especially the immigrants who came to these shores to make a new beginning.
Mar 16, 1986
You also embody so much of what this Nation is all about, the hope that is America.
Mar 16, 1986
St. Patrick's Day is also a time for reflecting on life today on the Emerald Isle.
Mar 16, 1986
I think it was inevitable, though, that there'd be a standoff between us.
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