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 7, 1983

The public expression through prayer of our faith in God is a fundamental part of our American heritage.

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Mar 7, 1983

I urge that this amendment be quickly adopted, for the vast majority of our people believe there is a need for prayer in our public schools and institutions.

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Mar 7, 1983

In this modern age, it often seems to come more quickly than that, I know.

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Mar 7, 1983

A lot of the problems in the world come about because people talk about each other instead of to each other.

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Mar 6, 1983

I hereby extend the duration of that period to March 10, 1984.

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Mar 6, 1983

Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning April 17, 1983, as 'National Coin Week' and call upon the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate…

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Mar 6, 1983

I do hereby proclaim March 21, 1983, as 'National Agriculture Day'.

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Mar 6, 1983

I have determined that failure to continue peaceful nuclear cooperation with EURATOM would be seriously prejudicial to the achievement of the United States non-proliferation objectives and would jeopardize the common defense and security…

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Mar 6, 1983

Enterprise Zones are a fresh approach for promoting economic growth in the inner cities.

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