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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 25, 1987

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

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Mar 25, 1987

You are busy now because in the 21st century you'll be in charge; you'll be taking over.

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Mar 25, 1987

But all our position has been is we shouldn't let affirmative action deteriorate into a quota system that would then be counter-discriminary—or discriminatory.

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Mar 25, 1987

I only stayed away from you before because I didn't know anything to answer the questions that you all had, and I'm still waiting to find out some of it.

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Mar 25, 1987

The Board shall carry out all duties and responsibilities of the National Drug Enforcement Policy Board.

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Mar 25, 1987

Getting back to where we're not spending more than we take in is essential.

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Mar 25, 1987

I can tell you that that part of it—in the negotiation that may take place—that part's out to begin with.

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