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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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Dec 23, 1983

The Christmas spirit of peace, hope, and love is the spirit Americans carry with them all year round.

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Dec 22, 1983

It is with regret that I accept your resignation as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, effective January 31, 1984.

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Dec 22, 1983

By the authority vested in me as President of the United States of America by Section 301 of Title 3 of the United States Code, in order to assign certain functions to the Secretary of State, it is hereby ordered as follows:

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Dec 22, 1983

I can't think of a better way to share the spirit of Christmas and work for peace on Earth and good will toward mankind.

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Dec 22, 1983

You have served as Administrator of the FAA during one of its most eventful and productive periods.

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Dec 22, 1983

I think the situation with them right now is covered by the words of Demosthenes.

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Dec 22, 1983

As we celebrate the many blessings of our great nation and share the spirit of Christmas, we should take the time to consider the plight of those not far from our shores in Central America.

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Dec 22, 1983

The actions you have taken to accomplish this goal will be remembered for many years to come.

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Dec 22, 1983

You can make a difference, and I encourage you to contact voluntary agencies working in Central America in which you have confidence.

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Dec 21, 1983

We're going to continue with our efforts to bring about some realistic reduction, particularly nuclear weapons.

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Dec 21, 1983

Our friendships and alliances in other parts of the world are also very important—to our European friends as well as to ourselves.

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Dec 21, 1983

I consider myself well-advised in terms of both interpretation of world events and recommendations for our foreign policy.

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Dec 21, 1983

The economic welfare of all our people must ultimately stem not from government programs but from the wealth created by a vigorous private sector.

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Dec 21, 1983

Excessive taxation distorts market signals and weakens the economic incentives on which our continued prosperity must depend.

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Dec 21, 1983

No crude oil produced in Libya may be imported into the United States, its territories or possessions.

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Dec 21, 1983

The United States would consider an attack on its NATO allies as an attack on itself.

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Dec 19, 1983

I will not okay a mission or ask or order our Armed Forces to go someplace where there is danger and tell them that they have not the right to defend themselves.

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