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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 14, 1987

The American people now look to the Republican Party as the party of new ideas.

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Oct 14, 1987

Let me repeat that if reason should fail, if Congress should actually pass a tax hike, my answer will be simply this: veto.

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Oct 13, 1987

It's been a pleasure to have you, President and Mrs. Duarte, and all of you as our guests this evening at the White House.

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Oct 13, 1987

That is the standard to judge those who seek to serve on the courts: qualifications, not distortions; judicial temperament, not campaign disinformation.

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Oct 13, 1987

I see in President Duarte the spirit of all the citizens of the hemisphere.

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Oct 13, 1987

Winning liberty and establishing democratic institutions are not without great personal sacrifice.

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Oct 13, 1987

Well, I believe it's time to save the Constitution from them.

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Oct 13, 1987

I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate activities to explore ways in which our Nation can contribute further to the elimination of hunger in the world.

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Oct 13, 1987

I'm doing this because what's now at stake in this battle must never in our land of freedom become a lost cause.

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Oct 13, 1987

Federal judges are not appointed to decide cases according to the latest opinion polls; they are appointed to decide cases impartially, according to law.

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Oct 13, 1987

Let us recognize that the hope in Central America today has come about because those who believe in democracy have faced reality.

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Oct 13, 1987

Tell them that America stands for better than that and that you expect them to stand for America.

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Oct 13, 1987

It is with great pride and unreserved admiration that I welcome President Duarte to Washington.

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Oct 12, 1987

Today New Jersey is a powerhouse of technological innovation and entrepreneurial energy.

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Oct 12, 1987

All you have to do is just remind the people of New Jersey of the difference in this New Jersey you have here now.

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Oct 12, 1987

Since 1982 the real income of black families—the real income—has grown almost 40 percent faster than white income.

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Oct 12, 1987

Let's ensure the Nation's right to a free economy, an economy of growth and opportunity for you, your children, and your children's children.

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Oct 12, 1987

Inflation was public enemy number one in 1980, you'll remember, running at double digits for 2 consecutive years.

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Oct 12, 1987

We've proven by our actions—at the Federal, State, and local levels—that the GOP is the party of low inflation, low taxes, new jobs, high take-home pay, and robust growth.

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Oct 12, 1987

The way to lick poverty in America is with a hand up, not a handout.

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