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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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Apr 3, 1985

None is more important than love—love of wisdom, love of our fellowman, and love of our Creator.

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Apr 3, 1985

Let us build on our history of cooperation to develop trade policies which strengthen our economies.

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Apr 3, 1985

The struggle against this unmitigated evil unites all good and decent people.

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Apr 3, 1985

With the eyes of the Nation on you, you didn't buckle under the pressure; your hands stayed steady.

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Apr 3, 1985

Well, I have a feeling that they are not well-fixed enough to provide any of these things for themselves.

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Apr 3, 1985

We share a commitment to the democratic ideals, which are at the heart of our societies.

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Apr 3, 1985

I extend warm wishes to both you, President Betancur, and to the Colombian people.

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Apr 3, 1985

Our nations have been drawn together by common traditions and heritage and a common devotion to the concepts of liberty and human dignity.

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Apr 3, 1985

We are in entire agreement on the need to continue these intensified efforts and to ensure the closest possible collaboration in the war against narcotics.

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Apr 3, 1985

I call upon all of the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities and by practicing the lifestyles that promote good health.

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Apr 3, 1985

It isn't a case of overthrowing, it is a case of returning to the goals of the revolution that both the contras and the Sandinistas fought for.

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Apr 3, 1985

The strength of the U.S. dollar against European currencies over the past 4 years has primarily reflected the strong U.S. economic performance and prospects.

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Apr 3, 1985

I want to emphasize that, consistent with the 21 goals of the Contadora process, the United States continues to seek Nicaragua's implementation of its commitment to democracy made to the OAS.

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Apr 3, 1985

Community child protection agencies cannot do the job alone but must rely on neighbors, friends, teachers, relatives, doctors, and volunteers to provide critical support, information, and guidance to families in which child maltreatment…

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Apr 3, 1985

Our mutual dedication to the anti-narcotics struggle is an integral part of the close relations that exist between our two nations.

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Apr 3, 1985

We supported democracy in Nicaragua before, and we support democracy today.

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Apr 3, 1985

I believe this proposal for peace and democracy in Nicaragua can contribute toward achieving the key objective of national reconciliation in that country.

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Apr 3, 1985

Education must be more than just a training in facts and figures.

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