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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 18, 1985

This generation of Argentinians is laying the foundation for what will be enjoyed by your fellow countrymen hundreds of years hence.

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Mar 18, 1985

We must see through to completion our carefully laid plans to strengthen the national defense.

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Mar 17, 1985

We are convinced that an improved and more secure climate for bilateral trade relations will encourage market forces to achieve a more rational and competitive production and distribution of goods and services.

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Mar 17, 1985

The technology of the DEW Line is now almost obsolete, but the need for an early warning line remains.

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Mar 17, 1985

The treaty will be a boon to our citizens along the Pacific coast.

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Mar 17, 1985

Cooperation on this issue is possible, and the appointment by the Prime Minister and by me of special envoys is another step forward.

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Mar 17, 1985

Our aim is not to achieve superiority, but to enhance deterrence of armed aggression and bring about significant arms reductions between East and West.

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Mar 17, 1985

We are neighbours and allies dedicated to the defence and nourishment of peace and freedom.

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Mar 17, 1985

The security of Canada and the United States are inextricably linked.

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Mar 17, 1985

Canada and the United States put aside suspicion to build not only a lasting and permanent friendship but a great and productive relationship.

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Mar 17, 1985

Protecting the environment, defending our people, and ensuring that justice is done—these are all special roles for government.

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Mar 16, 1985

For the United States there is no more important relationship than our tie with Canada.

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Mar 16, 1985

And for our own part, my nominee—and he has accepted—is Drew Lewis, the former Secretary of Transportation, who has agreed to take on this task.

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Mar 16, 1985

We can still use what Franklin D. Roosevelt called for between us.

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Mar 16, 1985

I think that it's very significant that our two countries should work together on all matters of environment.

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Mar 15, 1985

Today Canadian-American relations are good, as good as they've ever been.

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Mar 15, 1985

Working together, Canada and the United States can accomplish great things for the cause of a safer, freer, and more prosperous world.

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