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.
I reassured President Mubarak of the commitment of the United States and my personal commitment to work with Egypt and our other friends in the area to achieve a just and lasting peace.
In our quest for peace, we reaffirm with you that in all stages of the negotiating process there should be Palestinian participation.
With realism as our guide, let us seize this moment to rededicate ourselves to the task of peace.
The United States continues to believe that such negotiations should take place on the basis of United Nations Security Council Resolution 242.
I have enjoyed this opportunity to host President Mubarak and to exchange views with him on issues of mutual interest and importance to Egypt and the United States.
The fight against drug abuse is a fight for the future of our children.
The substantial economic and military assistance that we're requesting for Egypt reflects our strong commitment to Egypt's security and economic well-being.
I regard them as a positive contribution, and I appreciate the constructive spirit in which you offered them.
President Mubarak's visit here underscores the special bonds of friendship that have developed over many years between Egypt and the United States.
The road to peace in the Middle East has been long, frustrating, and marked by great tragedy.
We need to find ways to reduce the threat and use of force in solving international disputes.
I think all of us dream of a Cuba that will one day recognize that it should be once again a member of the American states in the Western Hemisphere.
We can and must resolve our differences through dialog and negotiation.
I wish to reiterate the strong desire of the American people for world peace.
Our short-term goal at Geneva will be to reduce American and Soviet offensive nuclear forces.
I hope that the Soviet leadership will join with me with renewed dedication to create a firm and durable basis for better relations between our two countries.
I believe that it is our place to lend help to those people of Nicaragua who still want the original revolution and want a democracy there.
I intend to appoint the following individuals to be members of the Chemical Warfare Review Commission.





