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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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Jan 14, 1988

We should not pay undue attention to any one month's trade numbers.

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Jan 13, 1988

The INF treaty is in the security interests of the United States and our allies.

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Jan 12, 1988

I intend to continue my efforts to reduce our budget deficit, improve American competitiveness, and combat protectionism.

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Jan 12, 1988

I was gratified that the Prime Minister expressed Japan's fullest support of our actions.

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Jan 11, 1988

Nothing is more important than keeping alive the gallant tradition of our armed services—a tradition that adds up to a word not just for today but for all time: patriotism.

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Jan 11, 1988

It's fitting that we honor the man who went from being a minister in the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta to being the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

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Jan 11, 1988

Today we still cherish these rights and values upon which our country was built and for which our forefathers gave their lives, for which Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., gave his life.

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Jan 11, 1988

To sum it up, what we have right now is the best darn group of young men and women in uniform that this nation has ever seen, and we're proud of them.

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Jan 11, 1988

There can be no doubt the development of Alaskan oil has played an important role in ensuring adequate energy supplies at reasonable prices for American consumers.

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Jan 7, 1988

This Act will provide the foundation for a comprehensive and consistent approach to computer security throughout the Federal Government.

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Jan 4, 1988

Today's awards are designed as a way of saying thank you and letting you know that you are appreciated.

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Jan 1, 1988

Something of immense importance will be taking place, for this year we will be taking stock of ourselves as a nation.

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Dec 26, 1987

The people of Afghanistan have, as much as any people in history, won the right to freedom and independence.

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Dec 23, 1987

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws of the United States.

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Dec 22, 1987

I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the statutes of the United States of America, do proclaim that:

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Dec 16, 1987

I hereby certify that Pakistan does not possess a nuclear explosive device.

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Nov 29, 1987

History will have to take time to chronicle all of her great achievements.

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Nov 18, 1987

The best thing the Government can do for free people is to get out of their way.

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Nov 16, 1987

I hereby proclaim the week beginning November 15, 1987, as African American Education Week.

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Nov 16, 1987

His proudest public accomplishment is the rebuilding of our country's national defenses so that the freedom we so cherish might endure.

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