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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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May 31, 1987

I urge all Americans to join in observance of this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

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May 31, 1987

The Constitution has blessed us with what I have to believe is the finest Government in history.

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May 31, 1987

Our Constitution has proven a source of strength, stability, and unerring wisdom.

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May 31, 1987

Our military forces are only as good as the men and women who man them.

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May 31, 1987

We must work with like-minded friends to direct the course of history, or history will be determined by others who do not share our values.

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May 31, 1987

Our Constitution is written by the people, telling the Government what it can do.

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May 31, 1987

The administration strongly opposes, and will seek to eliminate provisions that would deny to consumers the competitive benefits of new entrants into the regulated and supervised banking system.

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May 31, 1987

The administration recommends the enactment of an authorization that would double the National Science Foundation's budget during the fiscal years 1988-1992.

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May 31, 1987

Any agreement to reduce nuclear weapons, for example, must be followed by reductions in conventional forces.

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May 31, 1987

We're all heirs to the Constitution; we're all the Constitution's children.

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