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.
We will not tolerate closed markets, trade barriers, and unfair foreign subsidies that disadvantage American firms in the world marketplace.
The administration supports Senate passage of the 'Federal Aid Highway Act of 1987.'
The credibility of the CSCE process depends on fulfillment of commitments already undertaken.
We can offer them no finer tribute than a pledge from each of us to strive for excellence in whatever we do.
To give in to terrorist blackmail would only encourage more terrorism.
Those who hold hostages, regardless of nationality, should release them immediately and unconditionally.
I am pleased to nominate Alfred Hugh Kingon as our Ambassador to the European Communities.
All CSCE states must fulfill their commitments if we are to realize the promise of a more secure peace with respect for human rights and with greater cooperation among all the peoples of Europe and North America.
Where U.S. citizens are unjustly deprived of their God-given rights, the U.S. Government has an obligation to try to restore those rights.





