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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 26, 1987

We must provide for a more equitable distribution of the fuel taxes that are collected from motorists.

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Mar 26, 1987

I am returning herewith without my approval H.R. 2, the 'Surface Transportation and Uniform Relocation Assistance Act of 1987.'

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Mar 26, 1987

I remain firm in my commitment to the American people to hold down Federal spending.

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Mar 26, 1987

I am committed to the full enforcement of our trade agreements designed to provide American industry with free and fair trade opportunities.

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Mar 26, 1987

We would authorize $66 billion over 5 years; the same levels provided in the Senate-passed bill.

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Mar 26, 1987

I think there is a solid chance here for bipartisan cooperation as long as we remember such cooperation is a two-way street.

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Mar 26, 1987

I am today announcing my intent to raise tariffs on as much as $300 million in Japanese exports to the United States.

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Mar 25, 1987

There is hereby established the National Drug Policy Board ('the Board').

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Mar 25, 1987

If America is to be what it should be in the 21st century, then it's going to need a lot of schools, good schools.

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