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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 21, 1986

Today there are more than 2,200 local United Ways in communities throughout the country.

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Nov 21, 1986

This coming Thursday we'll celebrate a holiday that belongs uniquely to our nation—Thanksgiving Day.

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Nov 21, 1986

Our success in this area is one of the accomplishments of which I'm most proud.

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Nov 20, 1986

Now, more than ever, we'll need to depend on one another to achieve our goals for this country.

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Nov 20, 1986

I express my firm support for General Namphy's efforts to build democratic institutions.

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Nov 20, 1986

America is a more prosperous land, a more secure land, and, yes, a happier land because of what we've done.

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Nov 20, 1986

You don't know how heartwarming that is to just come back from Iran and be greeted like that.

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Nov 20, 1986

Let us remember that the underlying long-term message of the election was positive.

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Nov 20, 1986

Our young people have been spared the ravages of war and have enjoyed the same sweet liberty we possessed as young adults in the United States.

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Nov 20, 1986

I ask that all Americans give thanks to God on that day for the blessings of family life in our Nation.

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