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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Oct 6, 1988

When you have to change horses in midstream, doesn't it make good sense to switch to a horse that's going the same way you are?

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Oct 6, 1988

We have a secret weapon: the best blankety-blank men and women in the whole world.

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Oct 6, 1988

I do hereby proclaim the week of October 2 through October 8, 1988, as National Paralysis Awareness Week.

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Oct 5, 1988

The wall that stands as a gash dividing those who hope and those who despair.

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Oct 5, 1988

One magnificent symbol of the bonds that tie our two great peoples together is the German-American Friendship Garden.

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Oct 5, 1988

An amendment of this magnitude should only be acted upon following appropriate consideration of the issues.

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Oct 5, 1988

I implore those in the East to remove this stain on human decency.

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Oct 5, 1988

It's an honor and a pleasure to welcome you on your first official visit to the United States.

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