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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Mar 14, 1983

I want to congratulate the Country Music Association on its 25th anniversary.

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Mar 14, 1983

It's easier to understand a nation by listening to its music than it is by learning their language.

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Mar 13, 1983

But they know, without a doubt, that someday, perhaps today, they may face danger and, perhaps, even tragedy.

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Mar 13, 1983

Since 1968 Mr. O'Connor has served as chairman of O'Connor Creative Services, Inc, in Universal City, Calif.

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Mar 13, 1983

A hero is no braver than anyone else; he's just brave 5 minutes longer.

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Mar 11, 1983

Parents and teachers have the toughest, sometimes the most thankless, but always the most important jobs in America.

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Mar 11, 1983

The classroom should be an entrance to life, not an escape from it.

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Mar 11, 1983

Education does not begin with Washington officials or even State and local officials.

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Mar 11, 1983

Better education doesn't mean a bigger Department of Education.

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Mar 10, 1983

The single most effective long-term cure for much of our unemployment problem is to get the economy moving again.

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