Political Quotes

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 7, 1987

It would be impossible for me to give up in the face of a lynch mob.

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Oct 7, 1987

The administration opposes H.R. 2090, because it would designate almost twice as much wilderness as the Forest Service recommended.

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Oct 7, 1987

The administration will, however, seek early repeal of an objectionable and unnecessary requirement in the bill.

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Oct 6, 1987

This represents the crowning moment in my lifetime of devotion to law and justice.

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Oct 6, 1987

You help create for the future in America and that will be even greater than it is today.

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Oct 6, 1987

Our nation is one of laws—not merely men—and that is the genius of America.

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Oct 6, 1987

The airline industry is fully mature and does not need, or benefit from, industry-specific labor protection provisions for mergers.

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Oct 6, 1987

Our Constitution has made our country free and prosperous and produced on this continent the greatest nation on Earth.

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Oct 6, 1987

Minority business is an important force in the economy and a vital part of our communities.

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Oct 6, 1987

We salute you today, not only for your intellect and achievement but for your courage and persistence as well.

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Oct 6, 1987

Free enterprise and equal opportunity have given America the most dynamic economy in the world.

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Oct 6, 1987

I believe that when it comes to making sure that all Americans have the chance to make it big, there's no better way than that to keep the economy sparkling and the opportunities expanding for all our citizens.

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Oct 6, 1987

In your career you took on the mob, the international Communist conspiracy, and even the United States Government bureaucracy.

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Oct 5, 1987

Sentencing guidelines were a key and essential part of the important sentencing reforms enacted as part of the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984.

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Oct 5, 1987

In order to carry out the intent of the 1984 Act, the Commission's guidelines should not be delayed further.

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Oct 4, 1987

I don't care what you think of me now. I'm only interested in what you'll think of me 15 years from now.

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Oct 4, 1987

The Congress shall be notified in advance of the intended use of these numbers.

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Oct 4, 1987

I do hereby proclaim the week beginning October 18, 1987, as Benign Essential Blepharospasm Awareness Week.

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Oct 4, 1987

The administration opposes the enactment of H.R. 2897 unless it is amended to deal in a satisfactory manner with the objectionable provisions listed below.

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