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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Feb 16, 1984

The worst possible policy for El Salvador is to provide just enough aid to keep the war going, but too little to wage it successfully.

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Feb 16, 1984

Recognizing the precariousness of man's life on this planet, we strive to undergird the work of men and women of goodwill to bring about a world built upon the true values of fellowship and mutual respect.

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Feb 16, 1984

The only magicians are on the other end of Pennsylvania Avenue—sleight-of-hand artists who have a way of taking your tax dollars and making them disappear.

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Feb 16, 1984

Our scientific and technological relations with the Soviet Union and Poland have been adversely affected by disappointing Soviet attitudes and actions.

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Feb 16, 1984

Brotherhood/Sisterhood Week furthers our awareness of the universal nature of the human experience.

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Feb 16, 1984

By focusing on the importance of the dignity of the individual, we acknowledge the bonds of birth, hope, and freedom that gave meaning to our way of life.

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Feb 14, 1984

To give an old phrase a new twist, 'A woman's place is in the House-and the Senate.'

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Feb 14, 1984

The strongest guardian against crime is the American people and the institutions that bind us together as a free society.

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Feb 14, 1984

I believe that, under God, we're making that great dream come true.

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Feb 13, 1984

The Egyptian-Israeli treaty proves what can be accomplished when states have the will to take risks for peace.

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Feb 13, 1984

Our discussions today have reaffirmed that Egypt and Jordan will remain leaders in efforts to bring peace and security to the Middle East.

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Feb 13, 1984

I'm confident that further steps toward peace in the Middle East are possible.

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Feb 12, 1984

I believe that the process is moving smoothly and that United States interests would be best served by following that process to its conclusion.

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Feb 12, 1984

His Majesty was an important force behind the U.N. Resolution 242.

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Feb 12, 1984

I don't want us to be another great civilization that began its decline by forsaking its God.

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Feb 12, 1984

I urge all Americans to participate in appropriate observances and activities and to make eye care and eye safety an important part of their lives.

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Feb 12, 1984

I have sensed that maybe this hunger... is because we have under the guise of the first amendment... strayed from that.

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Feb 12, 1984

I expect the USTR to pursue a resolution of this issue in a diligent and expeditious manner.

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Feb 12, 1984

I invite all Americans to look back at the historic contributions of surveying and look ahead to the new technologies which are constantly modernizing this honored and learned profession.

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Feb 12, 1984

I do hereby proclaim March 20, 1984, as National Agriculture Day.

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