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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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Nov 8, 1984

The transfer that H.R. 6224 makes possible means that the hospital will be controlled and supported at the local level.

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Nov 8, 1984

The groundwork for a comprehensive community-based system of mental health services is now in place.

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Nov 8, 1984

This legislation will make Saint Elizabeths Hospital an integral part of the District's mental health delivery system.

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Nov 8, 1984

I am pleased to announce my intention to appoint Marcia Israel.

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Nov 8, 1984

Mrs. Romney is a writer and lecturer and is active in church and community activities in Michigan.

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Nov 8, 1984

The stimulation of American inventive genius requires a patent system that offers our inventors prompt and effective protection for their inventions.

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Nov 8, 1984

This act represents another step in my continuing effort to revitalize our Nation's intelligence capability.

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Nov 8, 1984

It is with great pleasure that I sign into law H.R. 6224, the Saint Elizabeths Hospital and District of Columbia Mental Health Services Act.

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Nov 8, 1984

Mr. Brennan has been a member of the law firm of Brennan, McNamara & Brennan in Bridgeport, CT, since 1981.

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Nov 8, 1984

It is essential that we have an Intelligence Community capable of meeting these diverse challenges.

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Nov 8, 1984

My administration will oppose any appropriation for the National Commission on Innovation and Productivity authorized by H.R. 6286.

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Nov 8, 1984

This will provide the people of the District of Columbia with an effective mental health services delivery system.

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Nov 7, 1984

Agency heads shall ensure that the appropriate offices and personnel in their agencies understand that the Administration remains firmly committed to the policies underlying the Equal Access to Justice Act.

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Nov 7, 1984

I want you to know how greatly I will miss you as a member of my Cabinet.

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Nov 7, 1984

You gave voice to that feeling but, more than that, you provided leadership in developing solutions to the problems of our schools.

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Nov 7, 1984

There is a new dedication in America to achieving educational excellence.

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Nov 7, 1984

Nancy and I send you our best wishes for every future success and happiness.

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Nov 7, 1984

The failure to obtain an acceptable reauthorization of the Act this year should in no way be interpreted as a reduction in that commitment.

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Nov 7, 1984

This achievement is one that will continue to bear good fruit for many years to come.

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Nov 5, 1984

I think that there has been a change, and the Government has seen a—

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Nov 5, 1984

To continue trying to make the Government more efficient, eliminate extravagance and useless spending.

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Nov 5, 1984

Tonight is the end of nothing; it's the beginning of everything.

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Nov 5, 1984

We're going to carry on the program that we started 4 years ago.

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Nov 5, 1984

I have felt the need. Yes, it's time for us to get together and talk about a great many things.

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