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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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Jan 25, 1987

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.

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Jan 25, 1987

The credibility of the CSCE process depends on fulfillment of commitments already undertaken.

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Jan 25, 1987

Americans who ignored this warning clearly did so at their own risk and on their own responsibility.

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Jan 25, 1987

Our government will not make concessions to terrorist groups despite their threats.

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Jan 23, 1987

Our institutions form an important epoch in the history of the civilized world.

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Jan 23, 1987

To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.

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Jan 23, 1987

Freedom is a way that is plain, peaceful, generous, just—a way which, if followed, the world will forever applaud, and God must forever bless.

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Jan 23, 1987

no duty of the Federal Government is more important than the defense of this Republic.

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Jan 22, 1987

We cannot but condemn Iranian seizure and occupation of Iraqi territory.

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Jan 22, 1987

We are determined to help bring the war to the promptest possible negotiated end, without victor or vanquished, leaving intact the sovereignty and territorial integrity of both Iran and Iraq.

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