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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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Jun 27, 1988

The project is an essential factor in determining whether maintenance of selected National Airspace System facilities can be effectively contracted out.

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Jun 27, 1988

The bill exceeds the President's request for domestic discretionary programs by $2.0 billion in budget authority.

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Jun 27, 1988

It would penalize employers who properly fund their defined benefit pension plans and would discourage them from establishing and maintaining those plans.

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Jun 27, 1988

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate Noreen C. Thomas to be a member of the National Advisory Council on Educational Research and Improvement.

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Jun 26, 1988

I want to express my sincere appreciation to Admiral Watkins and all of the Commission participants for their perseverance and diligence in completing their work.

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Jun 26, 1988

Happy is the American President who can welcome the Turkish President.

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Jun 26, 1988

We want our ties with the Turkish Nation to grow and to deepen.

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Jun 26, 1988

I have just been briefed on the unanimous report of the Commission on the Human Immunodeficiency Virus Epidemic.

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Jun 24, 1988

My goal is to combine the expertise of the executive and legislative branches to identify the next steps we should take to stop the illegal use, distribution, and production of drugs.

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Jun 24, 1988

I urge the Speaker of the House and the majority leader of the Senate to appoint their own representatives quickly so we can get to work.

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Jun 23, 1988

You know that freedom has its enemies, you've stared them in the eye, and you've suffered at their hands.

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Jun 23, 1988

A strong defense is one of our most basic human needs because it's the price of maintaining peace.

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