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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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Dec 16, 1982

The Federal government will procure an estimated $15 billion in goods and services from minority businesses during the three-year period comprising Fiscal Years 1983, 1984, and 1985.

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Dec 16, 1982

By helping the people of the Caribbean, we will help ourselves.

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Dec 16, 1982

Greater economic independence for minority Americans will best be achieved through increased opportunities for private employment and business ownership.

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Dec 16, 1982

I will designate annually the first full week in October as Minority Enterprise Development Week.

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Dec 16, 1982

I applaud the Members of the House of Representatives for their overwhelming vote today in support of the Caribbean Basin Initiative.

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Dec 16, 1982

Today, in signing this statement, we reaffirm our commitment to a healthy economy in general and to a vibrant and expanding minority business opportunity in particular.

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Dec 16, 1982

Our program is based on the following important principles: A healthy, growing economy is fundamental to creating the opportunity for the formation and growth of minority-owned businesses.

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Dec 16, 1982

We're firmly committed to assuring our fellow citizens in the minority communities an equal opportunity to enjoy the profits of our competitive enterprise system.

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Dec 15, 1982

He brought to the world the simple message of peace on Earth, good will to all mankind.

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Dec 15, 1982

I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim 1983 as World Communications Year: Development of Communications Infrastructures, in the United States.

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Dec 15, 1982

May it light hope in the hearts of those who are lonely and needy.

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Dec 15, 1982

I herewith report a proposal to rescind $2,000,000 in budget authority previously provided by the Congress.

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Dec 15, 1982

God bless you and keep you during this cherished holiday season.

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Dec 15, 1982

I encourage the United States communications industry to actively and voluntarily support this effort to stimulate the development of communications infrastructures in all nations.

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Dec 14, 1982

Portugal and the United States share a common responsibility for the defense of the West.

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Dec 14, 1982

The Portuguese experience has shown how, given a chance, people will choose freedom.

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Dec 13, 1982

The very fact that they made a proposal to reduce in numbers reveals that they, too, are concerned

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Dec 13, 1982

This would not be the missile that would be taken out of circulation

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Dec 13, 1982

The idea of appointing a commission was supposed to be that the commission would include experts

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Dec 13, 1982

The United States needs to move forward with an effective land-based missile

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Dec 13, 1982

The important thing is to let us get started with the production of the missiles

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Dec 12, 1982

I call upon each of you to observe this week with appropriate activities in your homes, offices, schools, and communities.

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Dec 12, 1982

Appointment of Seven Members of the National Advisory Council on Indian Education.

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