The American people believe in freedom and in the strength it takes to protect it.
Ronald Reagan
The Public Record
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 have said on a number of occasions exactly what I believe about the Soviet Union. I retract nothing that I have said.
I want you to know that also I will not make age an issue of this campaign.
Only my opponent thinks America can build a more peaceful future on the weakness of a failed past.
We’ve restored our economy and begun to restore our military strength.
My opponent's Senate voting record on defense was so weak, he ranked right next to George McGovern.
The policies of unilateral concession were giving the Soviet Union military advantages over the United States.
Under present fiscal conditions, unrestrained increases of this magnitude—no matter how worthy the programs—are unacceptable.
The founding of the United Nations 39 years ago offered new hope that international political, economic, social and technical cooperation could be achieved in a more peaceful world.
S. 1097 contains other highly objectionable provisions concerning the Department's activities.
I welcome the opportunity today to sign into law S. 1146, the Aviation Drug-Trafficking Control Act.
I have today signed S. 1102, which includes the Marine Sanctuaries Amendments of 1984.
The new criminal provisions further add to the possible sanctions against smuggling drugs by air, making the risks that much greater.
This act will provide resources and authorities essential in countering the insidious threat terrorism poses to those who cherish freedom and democracy.
Inasmuch as H.R. 6248 merely duplicates existing law, it is unnecessary.
I am pleased to sign today H.R. 6216, an act to amend the Bankruptcy Amendments and Federal Judgeship Act of 1984 to make technical corrections with respect to the retirement of certain bankruptcy judges.
The people and government of the United States feel a close identification with the mission of the United Nations and watch closely what happens there.
The United States has heard the appeal for justice voiced by South Africans who suffer under apartheid rule.





