Political Quotes

Ronald Reagan

The Public Record

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.

Quotes by year · 1974200415,490 total · peak 1983 (2477)
1974: 1 quote1980: 1 quote1981: 1,260 quotes1982: 1,918 quotes1983: 2,477 quotes1984: 2,140 quotes1985: 1,528 quotes1986: 2,403 quotes1987: 1,824 quotes1988: 1,929 quotes1989: 4 quotes2003: 1 quote2004: 4 quotes
Jun 2, 1988

We have much to learn from peoples of foreign lands and other cultures.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jun 2, 1988

Whatever triumphs or disappointments ahead, we must keep to this strategy of strength and candor, this strategy of hope.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jun 2, 1988

This Administration, like every previous Administration, believes that the War Powers Resolution constitutes an unconstitutional infringement on the President's authorities.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jun 2, 1988

I continue to believe that extending the current waivers applicable to Hungary and the People's Republic of China will substantially promote the objectives of section 402 of the Act.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jun 2, 1988

Believe me, as far as Nancy and I are concerned, there's no place like home.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jun 2, 1988

Creating a deadline by which United States Armed Forces would have to cease convoying or escorting certain vessels would encourage attacks on international shipping as soon as the United States withdraws.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jun 1, 1988

We have been truly moved by the warmth and the generous hospitality that we've received from all of our Soviet hosts during this brief visit—but most especially from the two of you.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jun 1, 1988

I would like to think that our efforts during these past few days have slayed a few dragons and advanced the struggle against the evils that threaten mankind—threats to peace and to liberty.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jun 1, 1988

Tell the people of the Soviet Union of the deep feelings of friendship felt by us and by the people of our country toward them.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Politicians like Ronald Reagan