Audio Files For Reagan, Ronald
- Address of President Ronald W. Reagan - This brief address praises the Federal Bureau of Investigation as an example of federalism at its best.
- Address of President Ronald W. Reagan - This brief address praises the Federal Bureau of Investigation as an example of federalism at its best.
- Address to the Nation on United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance - President Reagan invokes Harry S. Truman in his call for aid to the Contras.
- Address to the Nation on United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance - President Reagan invokes Harry S. Truman in his call for aid to the Contras.
- Address to the Nation on the Meetings with Soviet General Secretary Gorbachev in Iceland - President Reagan reports on progress at the Reykjavik Summit in Iceland. The Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) figures prominently in this speech.
- Address to the Nation on the Meetings with Soviet General Secretary Gorbachev in Iceland - President Reagan reports on progress at the Reykjavik Summit in Iceland. The Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) figures prominently in this speech.
- Inaugural Address of President Reagan - President Reagan, in his first inaugural, addresses economic problems and pledges to reorganize the government.
- Inaugural Address of President Reagan - President Reagan, in his first inaugural, addresses economic problems and pledges to reorganize the government.
- President Ronald Reagan Oath of Office and Part of Speech - News of the imminent release of the American hostages in Iran is given soradically as Reagan's inauguration approaches. This recording also contains part of Reagan's speech following his oath of office. Before the recording ends, he discusses inflation and the role of government.
- President Ronald Reagan Oath of Office and Part of Speech - News of the imminent release of the American hostages in Iran is given soradically as Reagan's inauguration approaches. This recording also contains part of Reagan's speech following his oath of office. Before the recording ends, he discusses inflation and the role of government.
- Reagan on Iran-Contra 8-12-87 - Reagan gives a speech upon the conclusion of Congressional hearings on the Iran-Contra affair. He claims that he was not fully informed and says that he cooperated with all of the investigations. Reagan goes on to discuss his nomination to the Supreme Court, Robert Bork, arms negotiations with the Soviet Union, a balanced-budget amendment to the Constitution, and developments in Nicaragua.
- Reagan on Iran-Contra 8-12-87 - Reagan gives a speech upon the conclusion of Congressional hearings on the Iran-Contra affair. He claims that he was not fully informed and says that he cooperated with all of the investigations. Reagan goes on to discuss his nomination to the Supreme Court, Robert Bork, arms negotiations with the Soviet Union, a balanced-budget amendment to the Constitution, and developments in Nicaragua.
- Reagan's remarks at GOP convention - Reagan makes a speech on behalf of Gerald R. Ford's campaign. He discusses the Republican Party and the problems of the day (nuclear war, threats to personal freedom, etc.).
- Reagan's remarks at GOP convention - Reagan makes a speech on behalf of Gerald R. Ford's campaign. He discusses the Republican Party and the problems of the day (nuclear war, threats to personal freedom, etc.).
- Reagan's remarks on Air Traffic Controllers Strike (PATCO) - President Reagan makes a brief statement and answers questions from reporters about a strike by air traffic controllers. Reagan says that the air traffic controllers are part of the public sector and signed an oath stating that they would not strike. Because they are violating the law, he threatens to fire the workers if they do not return to their jobs.
- Reagan's remarks on Air Traffic Controllers Strike (PATCO) - President Reagan makes a brief statement and answers questions from reporters about a strike by air traffic controllers. Reagan says that the air traffic controllers are part of the public sector and signed an oath stating that they would not strike. Because they are violating the law, he threatens to fire the workers if they do not return to their jobs.
- Reagan's speech at Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate - President Reagan tells Gorbachev to "tear down this wall" and questions whether signs of openness are more than token gestures.
- Reagan's speech at Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate - President Reagan tells Gorbachev to "tear down this wall" and questions whether signs of openness are more than token gestures.
- Reagan's speech on economic recovery to congress - This speech focuses on economic recovery, but President Reagan opens his talk with comments on the recent assassination attempt.
- Reagan's speech on economic recovery to congress - This speech focuses on economic recovery, but President Reagan opens his talk with comments on the recent assassination attempt.
- Reagan's speech on national security (SDI) - President Reagan makes the case for military development and spending of various kinds. In particular, this is the announcement of the Strategic Defense Initiative. Near the end, Reagan alludes to a way of eliminating the threat of nuclear missiles. He also discusses in detail the military capabilities of the Soviet Union.
- Reagan's speech on national security (SDI) - President Reagan makes the case for military development and spending of various kinds. In particular, this is the announcement of the Strategic Defense Initiative. Near the end, Reagan alludes to a way of eliminating the threat of nuclear missiles. He also discusses in detail the military capabilities of the Soviet Union.
- Reagan's speech to National Association of Evangelicals (Evil Empire speech) - Reagan's conservative politics are evident here in this speech to the National Association of Evangelicals. He addresses birth control, prayer in schools, abortion, and the Soviet Union. He first uses the term "Evil Empire" in this speech to describe the Soviet Union.
- Reagan's speech to National Association of Evangelicals (Evil Empire speech) - Reagan's conservative politics are evident here in this speech to the National Association of Evangelicals. He addresses birth control, prayer in schools, abortion, and the Soviet Union. He first uses the term "Evil Empire" in this speech to describe the Soviet Union.
- Reagan's speech to nation on Iran-Contra controversy 11-13-86 - President Reagan tries to give listeners the facts concerning American foreign policy in Iran. In particular, he addresses charges of trading weapons for hostages. He also admits to secret diplomatic negotiations with Iran.
- Reagan's speech to nation on Iran-Contra controversy 11-13-86 - President Reagan tries to give listeners the facts concerning American foreign policy in Iran. In particular, he addresses charges of trading weapons for hostages. He also admits to secret diplomatic negotiations with Iran.
- Reagan's speech to nation on arms reduction (MX Missile) - President Reagan discusses his decision to go ahead with the MX Missile. He discusses Americans' fears of nuclear war and why "peace through strength" is the best option.
- Reagan's speech to nation on arms reduction (MX Missile) - President Reagan discusses his decision to go ahead with the MX Missile. He discusses Americans' fears of nuclear war and why "peace through strength" is the best option.
- Reagan's speech to nation on economy - President Reagan gives a dismal assessment of the nation's economy, placing a large share of the blame on government spending. He tells listeners that his economic plan will fix the problem, but does not give specifics.
- Reagan's speech to nation on economy - President Reagan gives a dismal assessment of the nation's economy, placing a large share of the blame on government spending. He tells listeners that his economic plan will fix the problem, but does not give specifics.
- Reagan's speech to nation on federal tax reduction legislation - President Reagan makes a speech to the nation to promote his tax reduction legislation.
- Reagan's speech to nation on federal tax reduction legislation - President Reagan makes a speech to the nation to promote his tax reduction legislation.
- Reagan-Mondale debate #2 part 1 - This is the first part of the second debate between President Reagan and Democratic challenger Walter F. Mondale. The debate focuses on defense and foreign policy, but Reagan also addresses questions about his age and about Armageddon.
- Reagan-Mondale debate #2 part 1 - This is the first part of the second debate between President Reagan and Democratic challenger Walter F. Mondale. The debate focuses on defense and foreign policy, but Reagan also addresses questions about his age and about Armageddon.
- Reagan-Mondale debate #2 part 2 - This is the second half of the second debate between President Reagan and Walter F. Mondale. The debate focused on defense and foreign policy.
- Reagan-Mondale debate #2 part 2 - This is the second half of the second debate between President Reagan and Walter F. Mondale. The debate focused on defense and foreign policy.
- Reagan/Bush Debate - The League of Women Voters sponsored this debate between Ronald Reagan and George Bush. Howard K. Smith served as the moderator. Issues debated include taxes (including the Kemp-Roth Bill), inflation, unemployment, Jimmy Carter's presidency, John Anderson, Iran, arming Afghanistan, and Cuba.
- Reagan/Bush Debate - The League of Women Voters sponsored this debate between Ronald Reagan and George Bush. Howard K. Smith served as the moderator. Issues debated include taxes (including the Kemp-Roth Bill), inflation, unemployment, Jimmy Carter's presidency, John Anderson, Iran, arming Afghanistan, and Cuba.
- Reagan/Carter Debate part 1 - Topics in this debate include the use of force (regarding the Soviet Union, Afghanistan, and Iran), defense spending, taxes, the Kemp-Roth Bill, inflation, racism, terrorism, and SALT II.
- Reagan/Carter Debate part 1 - Topics in this debate include the use of force (regarding the Soviet Union, Afghanistan, and Iran), defense spending, taxes, the Kemp-Roth Bill, inflation, racism, terrorism, and SALT II.
- Reagan/Carter Debate part 2 - Topics in this half of the debate include: SALT II, oil, energy, social security, and government spending.
- Reagan/Carter Debate part 2 - Topics in this half of the debate include: SALT II, oil, energy, social security, and government spending.
- Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session With the Students and Faculty at Moscow State University - President Reagan describes American society to a group of Soviet students and answers some of their questions.
- Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session With the Students and Faculty at Moscow State University - President Reagan describes American society to a group of Soviet students and answers some of their questions.
- Ronald Reagan Accepts the Presidential Nomination for 1984 - Ronald Reagan accepts the presidential nomination for 1984. Reagan cites the achievements of his first term as being growth and prosperity without inflation, strengthening the power and morale of the military, and reawakening patriotism and pride.
- Ronald Reagan Addresses a Joint Session of Congress on U.S. Policy Towards Central American Affairs - President Reagan addresses a joint session of Congress on U.S. policy towards Central American support of El Salvador opposition to Nicaragua.
- Ronald Reagan Addresses the Republican National Convention - President Ronald Reagan addresses the Republican National Convention in New Orleans.
- Ronald Reagan Addresses the United Nations General Assembly Concerning the Part of the United States in World Peace - President Reagan address the United Nations General Assembly. Reagan outlines what the United States is doing to bring about world peace and plenty, and his hopes for cooperation between the United States and the Soviet Union through periodic and regular consultations.
- Ronald Reagan Announces His Proposal for Reduction of Nuclear Warheads in Europe - President Reagan announces his proposal for bilateral reduction of nuclear warheads in Europe.
- Ronald Reagan Answers Questions on a Variety of Issues - Ronald Reagan answers questions about the growing deficit, reductions in social programs, the reduced threat from the USSR, change in the Soviet Union, the toughest and nicest part of his job, the Middle East, the future of the Contras, etc. at his 48th press conference as president.
- Ronald Reagan Answers a Variety of Questions Concerning Foreign Policy - President Reagan answers questions about Palestinian rights, hostages held in Lebanon, the proposed Iraqi pipeline, his support for Edwin Meese, restrictive legislation in South Africa, Iran-Contra Affair, trade with the Soviet Union, George Bush's reservations about Irangate, Navy Secretary Webb's resignation, drug charges against Panama's Noriega.
- Ronald Reagan Discusses the Matter of Arms Reduction Talks Between the United States and the Soviet Union - President Reagan says the United States will enter into arms reduction talks with the Soviet Union stating clearly that if the talks fail the Russians will be entering an arms race which they cannot possibly win.
- Ronald Reagan Discusses the Results of the Bonn Summit on Economic Matters - Hits and misses on Reagan's trip. President Reagan discusses the results of the Bonn Summit on economic matters.
- Ronald Reagan Gives a Presidential News Conference in Chicago - Ronald Reagan answers questions in a press conference, discussing a possible summit meeting, arms control, South Africa and sanctions, and the Berlin Wall.
- Ronald Reagan Gives a Press Conference Concerning Foreign Relations with Central America - Reagan press conference. Statements and discussion on Central America and US involvement in wars in El Salvador and Nicaragua.
- Ronald Reagan Gives a Victory Speech Following his 1984 Re-Election - Reagan gives a victory speech following his landslide re-election of 1984.
- Ronald Reagan Institutes "Drugged and Drunken Driving Awareness Week" - President Reagan declares the second week in December as "drugged and drunken driving awareness week."
- Ronald Reagan Makes a Formal Statement After the Freeing of the Hostages from Lebanon - Ronald Reagan's formal statement after the freeing of the hostages from Lebanon. Reagan promises to pursue those who murdered the hostage and the Marines in El Salvador and to free the seven Americans still held hostage in Lebanon. He puts terrorists on notice that the United States will pursue them. He thanks the Arab nations, Israel and other nations for their help during the hostage crisis. With reporter Bernard Shaw.
- Ronald Reagan Speaks Before the Irish Parliament - President Reagan speaks before the Irish Parliament. Reagan discusses United States relations with the Soviet Union, Nicaragua, and El Salvador, and the upcoming presidential elections.
- Ronald Reagan Speaks at the Normandy Beachhead, Pointe du Hoc - Reagan speaks at the Normandy beachhead, Pointe du Hoc. He remembers the gallantry of military on that spot forty years earlier.
- Ronald Reagan Speaks at the Republican National Convention - Ronald Reagan praises his wife Nancy and recounts eight years of success on the "Shining City on the Hill" at the Republican National Convention.
- Ronald Reagan Speaks to the Canadian Parliament - Ronald Reagan speaks to the Canadian Parliament on his first foreign state visit.
- Ronald Reagan Welcomes Home the Hostages Formerly Held in Iran - Ronald Reagan's official greetings welcoming home the hostages formerly held in Iran. One of the former hostages speaks, followed by a short speech by President Reagan
- Ronald Reagan contrasts his 'Creative Society' to Johnsons 'Great Society' - Reagan opens with jokes about his acting career. After first acknowledging and arguing against his label as an extremist, Reagan argues for a smaller, better government in which spending and bureaucracy are both reduced while local control is increased. Reagan contrasts his 'Creative Society' to Johnsons 'Great Society.' He goes on to attack Governor Edmund B. 'Pat' Browns programs and policies. He answers questions about Watts, braceros, Berkeley and the Vietnam War, race and the Republican Party, factions within the Republican Party, Civil Rights, voting, the John Birch Society, pay television, a possible run for the presidency in 1968, and criminal law.
- Ronald Reagan contrasts his 'Creative Society' to Johnsons 'Great Society' - Reagan opens with jokes about his acting career. After first acknowledging and arguing against his label as an extremist, Reagan argues for a smaller, better government in which spending and bureaucracy are both reduced while local control is increased. Reagan contrasts his 'Creative Society' to Johnsons 'Great Society.' He goes on to attack Governor Edmund B. 'Pat' Browns programs and policies. He answers questions about Watts, braceros, Berkeley and the Vietnam War, race and the Republican Party, factions within the Republican Party, Civil Rights, voting, the John Birch Society, pay television, a possible run for the presidency in 1968, and criminal law.
- Speech at Bergen-Belsen Memorial - Reagan delivers a speech at the site of a death camp. He touches on horror, individualism, and Anne Frank. The speech concludes with the words, "never again."
- Speech at Bitburg Air Base, W. Germany - In this speech, Reagan discusses Nazi Germany and Nazi aggression in the broader terms of totalitarianism. He says that "we do not believe in collective guilt" and talks about reconciliation between Germany and the United States.
- Speech at Bitburg Air Base, W. Germany - In this speech, Reagan discusses Nazi Germany and Nazi aggression in the broader terms of totalitarianism. He says that "we do not believe in collective guilt" and talks about reconciliation between Germany and the United States.
- Speech following US/USSR Summit in Geneva - President Reagan gives a report on the outcome of a summit with Mikhail Gorbachev in Geneva, Switzerland.
- Speech following US/USSR Summit in Geneva - President Reagan gives a report on the outcome of a summit with Mikhail Gorbachev in Geneva, Switzerland.
- Speech for Goldwater Campaign (A Time for Choosing) - This early speech of Reagan's on behalf of Barry Goldwater contains two themes that would remain important to Reagan throughout his career. Among other things, he calls for a redefinition of government and attacks Communist regimes.
- Speech for Goldwater Campaign (A Time for Choosing) - This early speech of Reagan's on behalf of Barry Goldwater contains two themes that would remain important to Reagan throughout his career. Among other things, he calls for a redefinition of government and attacks Communist regimes.
- Speech on Strategic Arms Reduction Talks (START) - President Reagan announces the beginning of Strategic Arms Reduction Talks (START). He compares the nuclear arsenals of the United States and the Soviet Union.
- Speech on Strategic Arms Reduction Talks (START) - President Reagan announces the beginning of Strategic Arms Reduction Talks (START). He compares the nuclear arsenals of the United States and the Soviet Union.
- Speech to American Bar Association - Long before George W. Bush's "axis of evil," President Reagan delivered this speech on a global network of terrorist states. He tries to reconfirm the United States as a "city on a hill."
- Speech to American Bar Association - Long before George W. Bush's "axis of evil," President Reagan delivered this speech on a global network of terrorist states. He tries to reconfirm the United States as a "city on a hill."
- Speech to Nation on Central America - President Reagan discusses American foreign policy in Central America. Most broadly, he addresses Communist influence in the region. He touches on the Soviets, Cuba, Nicaragua, the Sandinistas, and El Salvador. He concludes by asking Congress "to carry out the recommendations of the National Bipartisan Commission" on Central America.
- Speech to Nation on Central America - President Reagan discusses American foreign policy in Central America. Most broadly, he addresses Communist influence in the region. He touches on the Soviets, Cuba, Nicaragua, the Sandinistas, and El Salvador. He concludes by asking Congress "to carry out the recommendations of the National Bipartisan Commission" on Central America.
- Speech to nation on Iran-Contra controversy (Tower Report) - President Reagan discusses the findings of the Tower Report. He admits that arms were traded for hostages and says that he endorses all of the Report's recommendations.
- Speech to nation on Iran-Contra controversy (Tower Report) - President Reagan discusses the findings of the Tower Report. He admits that arms were traded for hostages and says that he endorses all of the Report's recommendations.
- Speech to nation on investigation of Iran-Contra Affair - Reagan states that Attorney General Edwin Meese has recommended further investigation into the Iran-Contra Affair. He goes on to announce the formation of an independent council. Reagan also appoints Frank Carlucci to the post of Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs.
- Speech to nation on investigation of Iran-Contra Affair - Reagan states that Attorney General Edwin Meese has recommended further investigation into the Iran-Contra Affair. He goes on to announce the formation of an independent council. Reagan also appoints Frank Carlucci to the post of Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs.