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.
May 6, 1981
Let us compete in the same contests with each victory becoming the next goal to conquer.
May 6, 1981
We are two nations based on freedom, free enterprise, private industry, and democracy.
May 6, 1981
Japan has been a harmonious and loyal ally whose people understand that free societies must bear the responsibility of freedom together.
May 6, 1981
As we move forward toward economic recovery, let us never forget this historic moment of commitment.
May 6, 1981
Our discussions today have been positive and constructive and I think have served to deepen the understanding between our two countries.
May 6, 1981
Our countries are economic leaders in the world of sophisticated technology, industry, and science.
May 6, 1981
The voices that call to each other across the Pacific will remain in harmony.
May 6, 1981
It's a great honor for Nancy and me in behalf of the American people to welcome you to the United States.
May 6, 1981
We in America are grateful for the strong measures that you have taken to penalize the Soviet Union for its violent aggression in Afghanistan.
May 6, 1981
America will honor her commitments to Japan, and we will continue to consult fully as true partners.
May 6, 1981
The Japanese-American relationship is the anchor of American policy in East Asia.
May 6, 1981
The economic forces at our command are the basis of a powerful guarantee of progress in peace.
May 5, 1981
His death is a sad moment not only for the millions of Teamster union members he so diligently represented but for our nation as well.
May 5, 1981
Nancy and I convey our deepest sympathy to his family and to the members of the Teamsters union.
May 5, 1981
Our cultural institutions are an essential national resource; they must be kept strong.
May 5, 1981
I am naming this Task Force because of my deep concern for the arts and humanities in America.
May 5, 1981
All of us were deeply impressed with the courage and dignity with which he bore his illness.
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