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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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Oct 3, 1988

During Minority Enterprise Development Week, and throughout the year, we can all be deeply thankful for the economic freedom that enables all American business men and women to seek their vision of a better future for themselves.

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Oct 3, 1988

Further H.R. 1417 would go beyond the requirements of the Torture Convention.

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Oct 3, 1988

I am pleased that the House of Representatives sustained my veto of the protectionist textiles bill.

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Oct 3, 1988

When you step back and look at it, it's been quite a couple of months.

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Oct 3, 1988

You prove that hard work and determination overcome all obstacles and that despair is unnecessary.

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Oct 3, 1988

Federal deposit insurance has, since its inception, underwritten the Nation's depository system by providing stability for financial markets.

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Oct 2, 1988

The qualities Columbus exhibited so well have always made him a kindred soul to pioneering and individualistic Americans.

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Oct 2, 1988

No other nation in the world has done more to preserve and improve its natural environment.

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Oct 2, 1988

It would also include consumer rights of action in the Lanham Act with far-reaching implications.

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