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 13, 1983

We created the greatest public school system the world has ever seen, and we created it at a local level.

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Jun 13, 1983

I think the truth is that I gave in really thinking that it wouldn't go any farther than the election, and then I'd be free again.

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Jun 13, 1983

There are many important jobs in American life, but I can't think of any that's more important than teaching our children.

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Jun 13, 1983

We have to make sure that tyranny doesn't rise to the Hitler proportions.

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Jun 13, 1983

I happen to differ with the decision that took prayer out of schools.

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Jun 13, 1983

I promise you your government will keep it and treasure it and use it as a reminder of the greatness that is America.

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Jun 13, 1983

I hope that none of you ever get that pessimistic or that cynical about life.

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Jun 13, 1983

We apologize to none for our ideals or our principles, nor the prosperity that we've made for ourselves and shared with the world.

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Jun 13, 1983

I wonder if their American counterparts are talking through an interpreter in the countries where they're located.

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Jun 12, 1983

We should never delude ourselves as to just who and what we're dealing with.

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Jun 12, 1983

The Soviets have tried their best to Russify the Baltic peoples, as they have with so many of the other oppressed nationalities within the Soviet empire.

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Jun 12, 1983

And I wish the Prime Minister and all Australians the best of luck.

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Jun 12, 1983

I uphold their right to determine their own national destiny, free of foreign domination.

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Jun 12, 1983

Australia is a great nation that plays a vital role in regional and world affairs.

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