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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Jun 3, 1988

There is another way to live and govern your country, a way of democracy and economic growth, a way in which creative human energies are released.

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Jun 3, 1988

It's my hope that what took place on my Moscow visit will lead to still greater individual freedom for the peoples of the Soviet Union.

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Jun 2, 1988

I also know that a visit like this is an exceptional one, one that takes you away from your day-to-day business.

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Jun 2, 1988

I further determine that the continuation of the waivers applicable to the Hungarian People's Republic and the People's Republic of China will substantially promote the objectives of section 402 of the Act.

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Jun 2, 1988

This Administration, like every previous Administration, believes that the War Powers Resolution constitutes an unconstitutional infringement on the President's authorities.

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Jun 2, 1988

Let us resolve to continue, one nation, one people, united in our love of peace and freedom.

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Jun 2, 1988

Our pledge...is to work to continue building a better understanding between our two countries.

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Jun 2, 1988

Your work here in London has proven invaluable in ensuring that the special relationship we enjoy with Great Britain continues to bear fruit.

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Jun 2, 1988

The history of our time will undoubtedly include a footnote about how, during this decade and the last, the voice of retreat and hopelessness reached a crescendo in the West.

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Jun 2, 1988

Nancy and I wish to thank you, all the men and women of the Embassy.

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Jun 2, 1988

I continue to believe that extending the current waivers applicable to Hungary and the People's Republic of China will substantially promote the objectives of section 402 of the Act.

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Jun 2, 1988

I believe that these considerations clearly warrant this renewal of the general waiver authority.

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Jun 2, 1988

It is how much we have in common and the depth of our friendship that truly matters.

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Jun 2, 1988

Whatever triumphs or disappointments ahead, we must keep to this strategy of strength and candor, this strategy of hope.

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Jun 2, 1988

We have much to learn from peoples of foreign lands and other cultures.

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Jun 2, 1988

Believe me, as far as Nancy and I are concerned, there's no place like home.

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Jun 2, 1988

Creating a deadline by which United States Armed Forces would have to cease convoying or escorting certain vessels would encourage attacks on international shipping as soon as the United States withdraws.

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Jun 2, 1988

I'd thank my lucky stars to be living here today 'cause the flag still stands for freedom and they can't take that away.

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Jun 2, 1988

Throughout this decade and in Moscow this week has helped bring mankind along the road of that pilgrimage.

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