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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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Sep 26, 1983

Mr. Oliver has been a member of the Railroad Retirement Board since August 1977.

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Sep 26, 1983

I hope you will share with all those who had anything to do with Australia IIs success my congratulations and those of the American people.

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Sep 26, 1983

All Australians must be justifiably proud of the extraordinary team effort, skill and sportsmanship that brought off this magnificent victory.

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Sep 26, 1983

John Foster Dulles once said, 'If only we're faithful to our past, we shall not have to fear for our future.'

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Sep 26, 1983

I call upon every American community to consider the value of adult day care centers.

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Sep 26, 1983

Let us all work together to fulfill the dreams of our disabled citizens: full participation in our expanding economy.

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Sep 26, 1983

Peace and the preservation of our freedom is not more likely if we put our head in the sand and run away from our responsibilities.

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Sep 26, 1983

I urge all governors, mayors, other public officials, leaders in business and labor, private citizens, and especially the disabled citizens of this great Nation to help meet the challenge of the day.

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Sep 26, 1983

It was decades of their liberal policies, their policies with good intentions, but unworkable solutions.

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Sep 26, 1983

I am pleased to appoint Vincent P. Barabba to this important position.

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Sep 26, 1983

We will not be on the defensive as we move into the 1980 elections—or '84 elections.

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Sep 26, 1983

Each annuity shall be stated as an annual amount, one twelfth of which constitutes the monthly rate payable.

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Sep 26, 1983

Americans have always had a warm place in their hearts for the Finnish people.

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Sep 26, 1983

I urge all Americans to better acquaint themselves with the activities and accomplishments of the United Nations.

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Sep 26, 1983

The United States supports Finland's position of internationally recognized neutrality.

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Sep 26, 1983

If the America's Cup had to leave the United States, I am delighted that its home will be Australia—at least until the next race.

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Sep 26, 1983

One major consolation for us is that the next race will provide a large number of Americans the opportunity to enjoy the beauty and hospitality of Perth as they seek to bring home the Cup.

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Sep 26, 1983

He was with the Illinois Central Gulf Railroad (1948-75) and retired as senior vice president for personnel and administration in late 1975.

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Sep 26, 1983

Mr. Oliver graduated from Oklahoma State University (B.A, 1938).

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Sep 26, 1983

I hereby proclaim the week beginning October 17, 1983 as National High School Activities Week.

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Sep 26, 1983

I do hereby proclaim September 1983 as National Sewing Month.

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