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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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Sep 21, 1988

There's a great crop of GOP candidates from races for the county courthouses up to the State supreme court.

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Sep 21, 1988

The commercial development of space will unleash a new age of entrepreneurship for companies large and small.

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Sep 20, 1988

Today I am pleased to announce the appointment of Marion C. Blakey.

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Sep 19, 1988

The Department of Agriculture strongly supports development of new uses for farm and forest products.

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Sep 19, 1988

His service in the Cabinet will speak to all Americans, from every background, in every circumstance.

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Sep 15, 1988

The State of New Jersey should assume the responsibility for developing and implementing educational programs and acquiring additional land at Pinelands National Reserve.

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Sep 14, 1988

We must set them straight and make them realize it is plainly a battle between freedom fighters and dictatorship.

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Sep 14, 1988

I call upon the people of the United States to observe this week with ceremonies and activities that will enhance the well-being of our Nation by increasing knowledge and understanding about mental illnesses and their treatments.

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Sep 14, 1988

A true, democratic Nicaraguan declaration of independence would guarantee freedom of speech.

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Sep 12, 1988

Although their goals are laudable, these efforts must not burden those dealing with this disease in the front lines with new Federal reporting and paperwork requirements.

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Sep 11, 1988

These reforms will help to alleviate the heavy caseload of the Federal judiciary.

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Sep 11, 1988

I call upon all Americans to join in honoring all former American prisoners of war, those still missing, and their families.

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Sep 8, 1988

I have a hunch that in November the American people will decide who's bogus and who's for real.

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Sep 7, 1988

I call upon the people of the United States to observe this occasion with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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Aug 8, 1988

I am proud to announce my intention to nominate Thomas J. Healey.

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Aug 8, 1988

You're the ones who have taken our broad policies and put them into practice one day at a time.

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Aug 5, 1988

Let me ask you: What could be more deplorable than to use the defense of this nation as a political pawn?

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Aug 4, 1988

I transmit herewith, for Senate advice and consent to ratification, the Convention between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Indonesia for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the…

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Aug 4, 1988

I have approved a 10-point action plan to advance the national and international response to the public health threat caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection and the AIDS epidemic.

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