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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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Jan 11, 1984

We've been delighted with all that's been accomplished as a result of Premier Zhao's visit.

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Jan 11, 1984

Our economic cooperation, despite occasional problems, is healthy and holds enormous promise.

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Jan 10, 1984

I am pleased to announce my intention to appoint Roy Martin Brewer to this important position.

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Jan 10, 1984

I would think that it behooves the Congress, and it certainly behooves the administration, to try and come together in the same bipartisan way that this Commission has been together over these last 6 months.

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Jan 10, 1984

I believe that from what I've seen already, it is the most comprehensive and detailed review of the issues as they affect our national security that I have ever seen.

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Jan 10, 1984

I think that all America is indebted to them for a job that I don't think has ever been surpassed with regard to the particular problem we face.

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Jan 9, 1984

The bonds between our two proud and independent nations can be made a wellspring of hope and progress, of security and prosperity.

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Jan 9, 1984

China is now embarked on an exciting experiment designed to modernize the economy.

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Jan 9, 1984

Let us always remember that open and frank dialog is the foundation that supports the bridge between us.

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Jan 9, 1984

Your presence symbolizes the growing trust and cooperation between our two countries.

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Jan 9, 1984

Tonight we congratulate you, Premier Zhao, for the part that you're playing in the rebirth of China's economy.

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Jan 6, 1984

But we can't get learning back into our schools until we get the crime and violence out.

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Jan 6, 1984

We're not going to get people interested in English or mathematics or social studies and languages, unless we solve discipline problems and take out of our schools those students who prevent teachers from teaching.

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Jan 5, 1984

I think all of us can look forward to 1984 with even more confidence in view of the unemployment figures that we were handed this morning.

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Jan 5, 1984

I emphasized to him my strong support for the Western objectives at CDE of reducing the risk of surprise attack in Europe and of inhibiting the use of arms for war or intimidation.

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Jan 4, 1984

Today I announced my intention to nominate Richard A. Derham to be an Assistant Administrator of the Agency for International Development.

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Jan 4, 1984

We know you're marking an historic anniversary on your island.

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Jan 4, 1984

I am pleased to announce my intention to appoint Ted A. Smits.

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