Political Quotes

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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Jul 8, 1988

We have zero tolerance for those who sell or use illegal drugs.

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Jul 8, 1988

If we're going to get the drugs out of our schools, we need to get the politics out of drugs.

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Jul 7, 1988

While my Administration and Members of the Congress may not agree with every recommendation of the Council, the report provides a constructive review of activities and issues related to adult education.

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Jul 7, 1988

It sets a bad precedent to change financing to meet budget targets rather than reducing unnecessary programs.

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Jul 7, 1988

Section 322 purports to require OMB and the agencies to comply with non-statutory statements issued by the managers of conference committees.

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Jul 7, 1988

The proceeds of this sale should be earmarked for the acquisition of oil for a 10 million barrel Defense Petroleum Inventory and for increasing the fill rate of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

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Jul 4, 1988

Our opponents are putting together a campaign that is subtle and clever.

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Jul 4, 1988

The United States stands ready to support the 1994 World Cup tournament and to help make it a great success.

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Jul 4, 1988

Nancy and I wish him and Ursula all the best in their return to private life.

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Jul 4, 1988

Such legislative changes should be guided by the next revision of the Tongass Land Management Plan, due in 1990.

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Jul 4, 1988

Yes, this is the kind of man I want to follow me, someone who'll take our battle forward, who will speak our gospel truly.

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Jul 4, 1988

We have—you and I—given America a new era of hope, a new age of promise, and a new dawn of opportunity.

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Jul 3, 1988

I look forward to cooperating with Congress in pursuit of our mutual, overriding aim of peace and stability in the Persian Gulf region.

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Jul 1, 1988

I couldn't help thinking how much we Americans have done in the last few years.

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