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.
Jan 2, 1984
We are delighted that this brave young man will soon be united with his family and that his ordeal is over.
Jan 2, 1984
The Commission shall be composed of no more than thirty-five members appointed or designated by the President.
Jan 2, 1984
Those who are sensitive to consumer needs and services and recognize that well-informed consumers mean business can expect to be rewarded with continuing opportunities to serve and profit.
Jan 2, 1984
We are free to learn, free to choose a vocation, free to produce, and free to purchase.
Dec 31, 1983
I only wish that with the stroke of this pen that I could also decree that the pain and suffering of people living with these diseases would cease as well.
Dec 31, 1983
Preservation of our environment is not a liberal or conservative challenge, it's common sense.
Dec 31, 1983
[Guam] may be nearly 9,000 miles from our Nation's Capital, but it's a real pleasure to know that we're among fellow Americans. . . . In times of crisis, few Americans have been more steadfast in the defense of our shared values and few…
Dec 30, 1983
Just as 1983 saw our economy recovering, it saw a new sense of purpose in our Armed Forces and foreign policy.
Dec 28, 1983
It is hereby ordered that the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee, established by Executive Order No. 12382, is continued until September 30, 1985.
Dec 28, 1983
The Committee shall terminate on January 31, 1984, unless sooner extended.
Dec 27, 1983
I hope your resolutions for the New Year will include not mixing alcohol or drugs with driving.
Dec 27, 1983
Drunk and drugged driving is one of the leading causes of violent death in our Nation.
Dec 26, 1983
I intend to nominate Reese H. Taylor, Jr., to be a member of the Interstate Commerce Commission.
Dec 26, 1983
We are making every effort, and stepping up our diplomatic efforts, to bring about what I think must be the answer—not a military, but a political solution there.
Dec 26, 1983
The cause was worthwhile, or four major nations would not have engaged in trying to find a solution.
Dec 26, 1983
We must not delude ourselves into believing that terrorism will vanish on the happy day that our forces come home.
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