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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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Mar 31, 1987

We have increased the spending on that more than anything we've increased in the budget.

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Mar 31, 1987

As we prepare for the 21st century, our goal is to make sure that in the year 2000 that is still the case.

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Mar 31, 1987

I know that we have here in America a medical community that's the best in the world.

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Mar 30, 1987

Frenchmen and Americans have stood together and, yes, died together in the name of peace and freedom.

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Mar 30, 1987

When our two branches of government are at odds, we weaken ourselves as a force for international peace and freedom; when our two branches work in harmony, there is little our Nation cannot accomplish.

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Mar 30, 1987

our friendship must remain deep, our alliance strong and bold.

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Mar 30, 1987

To France and to our honored guests, Prime Minister Chirac and Madame Chirac.

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Mar 30, 1987

we're rededicating ourselves to the aspirations of all men to live in freedom and peace

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Mar 30, 1987

I will strongly oppose legislation that would attempt to encroach further on what I regard as the President's independent constitutional authority in the intelligence field.

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Mar 30, 1987

I am pleased to announce my intention to appoint Harvey C. Mansfield, Jr., to be a member of the Board of Foreign Scholarships.

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