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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 6, 1986

The Commission will encourage, plan, and coordinate observances of the centennial of President Eisenhower's birth.

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Nov 6, 1986

I encourage the people of the United States to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.

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Nov 6, 1986

Because it has to happen again and again and again until we have them all back.

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Nov 6, 1986

We welcome the willingness of these Americans to serve on the U.S. delegation.

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Nov 6, 1986

A typically American consortium—informal and effective—of individuals, corporations, foundations, and taxpayers provides financial support to artists.

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Nov 6, 1986

And as we celebrate the arts, we celebrate and give thanks for our freedom, the only atmosphere in which artists can truly create and in which art is truly the expression of the soul.

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Nov 6, 1986

I urge all Americans to take note of this commemoration and join in the celebration of the birth of this great statesman.

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Nov 6, 1986

Let us join together during National Arts Week to celebrate the arts of our Nation and in pledging to continue this magnificent partnership of artist and patron.

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Nov 6, 1986

I am writing to inform you of my intent to add the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the Federated States of Micronesia to the list of beneficiary developing countries under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) Program.

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