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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Aug 13, 1987

Today I announced my intention to nominate Donna Hill Oliver.

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Aug 12, 1987

I have never had one of my budgets approved by Congress since I've been there

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Aug 12, 1987

The approval process for Judge Bork's nomination is already the longest in 25 years

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Aug 12, 1987

There's nothing better for the inside of a man than the outside of a horse.

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Aug 12, 1987

The American people sent a message loud and clear, but I guess Washington just doesn't hear

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Aug 12, 1987

The ultimate responsibility for the care of children belongs with their parents.

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Aug 12, 1987

It's the best news possible, that the picture's beginning to brighten for agriculture here in America's heartland

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Aug 12, 1987

Judge Bork is a fine man, a very fair man, and a model of judicial temperament

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Aug 11, 1987

The single most important ingredient in making the Combined Federal Campaign a success is the active involvement of top leadership.

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Aug 11, 1987

I've always found that the best therapy for outrage and anger is action.

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Aug 11, 1987

I am the one who is ultimately accountable to the American people.

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Aug 11, 1987

I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State the certification function conferred upon the President by the paragraph entitled 'Assistance for Southern Africa'.

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Aug 11, 1987

Now, that means he won't put their opinions ahead of the law; he won't put his own opinions ahead of the law.

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Aug 11, 1987

I think there are some things that just can't be run by a committee of 535 people.

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Aug 11, 1987

The buck does not stop with Admiral Poindexter, as he stated in his testimony; it stops with me.

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Aug 10, 1987

I am proud to appoint Armando Valladares as United States Representative on the Human Rights Commission of the United Nations.

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