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.
Jun 4, 1984
It is this shared commitment to human freedom that has formed the bedrock on which our fast friendship has been built.
Jun 4, 1984
I believe that the best way we can honor those who gave so much 40 years ago, is by rededicating ourselves today to the cause for which they fought: freedom.
Jun 2, 1984
That Thomas Paine that I mentioned a moment ago said—and I think that all of us should take this to heart—he said that the opportunity is ours; we have it in our power to start the world over again.
Jun 2, 1984
It is one, very simple: the ultimate in individual freedom consistent with an orderly society.
Jun 2, 1984
I want to offer my thanks to Prime Minister FitzGerald for his strong stand on this issue.
Jun 2, 1984
Perhaps this is God's way of reminding us that we must always treat every individual, no matter what his or her station in life, with dignity and respect.
Jun 2, 1984
We pray there will be a new dawn, that it will come soon, when both Catholics and Protestants in Northern Ireland can live in the sunlight of a peaceful and just society.
Jun 1, 1984
Our policy is aimed at deterring aggression and helping our allies and friends to protect themselves, while, at the same time, doing everything we can to reduce the risks of war.
Jun 1, 1984
It is this freedom to disagree, to question, to state one's case even when in opposition to those in authority that is the cornerstone of liberty and human progress.
Jun 1, 1984
Progress will depend on other responsible leaders, in both parts of Ireland and in Great Britain, following your example.
May 31, 1984
Unemployment has dropped—if we include the military—down to 7.4 percent.
May 31, 1984
I believe that over the next period of months, yes, they will be coming down.
May 30, 1984
I hope that my visit to Ireland will serve to honor and to strengthen that long tradition of friendship.
May 30, 1984
I further determine that the continuation of the waivers applicable to the Hungarian People's Republic, the People's Republic of China and the Socialist Republic of Romania will substantially promote the objectives of section 402 of the…
May 30, 1984
I do hereby proclaim the week beginning May 27, 1984, as National Animal Health Week.
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