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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 16, 1987

Today it's an honor for me to recognize that the American Irish Foundation and the Ireland Fund are now officially merged into one operation.

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Mar 16, 1987

I hope and pray that, no matter how stormy international affairs, the leaders of the world can look at what happened between these fliers and sailors and be duly inspired.

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Mar 16, 1987

As your Commander in Chief, it's my high honor to commend you on a job well done.

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Mar 15, 1987

They have done much for civilization throughout the world, and for America.

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Mar 15, 1987

By the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the statutes of the United States of America, including section 701 of the Trade Agreements Act of 1979 and section 22 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1933, as amended, do hereby…

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Mar 15, 1987

Happy St. Patrick's Day to sons and daughters of St. Patrick wherever and whoever they may be.

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Mar 15, 1987

The administration opposes approval of the conference report because of its numerous objectionable provisions.

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Mar 15, 1987

I call upon all Americans to mark this month with appropriate observances to honor the achievements of American women.

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Mar 15, 1987

I do hereby proclaim March 16, 1987, as Freedom of Information Day.

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Mar 15, 1987

To those of Irish ancestry go my particular greetings on this glorious day.

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