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 9, 1983

Make no mistake. We want the same thing the people of Central America want-an end to the killing.

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Mar 9, 1983

The signs of recovery are springing up all around us, and there's no mistaking the fact that at long last America is on the mend.

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Mar 8, 1983

A strong, credible American defense is indispensable to protecting the peace.

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Mar 8, 1983

You have responded with a grace and straightforwardness that have won you countless admirers across the Nation.

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Mar 8, 1983

I'm happy that a hard-working, dedicated, and thoroughly decent individual has been named as Secretary of that awesome job.

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Mar 8, 1983

Only two budgets in the world are greater than that—the entire budget of the United States Government and the budget of the Soviet Union.

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Mar 8, 1983

We must continue to demonstrate our resolve not to allow the military balance to tip against the United States.

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Mar 8, 1983

I have been greatly disappointed that some persons have unjustly attacked you.

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