Politics is, for me, forgive and -as you may have heard- sometimes forget. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
The best view of big government is in the rearview mirror as we leave it behind. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
The government is currently experiencing withdrawal symptoms, and we musn't feed the habit by injecting more tax dollars into it. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Outside of its legitimate function, government does nothing as well or economically as the private sector. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
When liberals say 'family', they mean 'Big Brother in Washington.' When we say 'family,' we mean 'honor thy father and mother.' — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
You know, it was only a generation ago that actors couldn't be buried in the churchyard. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
We think there is a parallel between federal involvement in education and the decline in profit over recent years. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
The torch of liberty is hot; warms those who hold it high; burns those who try to extinguish it. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
It has been said that politics is the second oldest profession. I have learned that it bears a striking resemblance to the… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
“As I have often said, governments don’t produce economic growth, people do. What government can do is encourage Americans to tap their… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
“Liberty has never come from government,” Woodrow Wilson, one of FDR’s predecessors and another Democrat, said. “The history of liberty is the… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Accepting a government grant with its accompanying rules is like marrying a girl and finding out her entire family is moving in… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
If some among you fear taking a stand because you are afraid of reprisals from customers, clients, or even government, recognize that… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
America's view of apartheid is simple and straightforward: We believe it is wrong. We condemn it. And we are united in hoping… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Could there be anything resembling a free enterprise economy, if wealth and property were concentrated in the hands of a few, while… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
'Trust-me' government asks that we concentrate our hopes and dreams on one man, that we trust him to do what's best for… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Meanwhile, what about the workers in those state monopolies that are being put up for sale? I am reminded of a technique… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
All systems are capitalist. It's just a matter of who owns and controls the capital -- ancient king, dictator, or private individual.… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Someone once said that every form of government has one characteristic peculiar to it and if that characteristic is lost, the government… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Our policy is simple: We are not going to betray our friends, reward the enemies of freedom, or permit fear and retreat… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
We are for aiding our allies by sharing of our material blessings with those nations which share in our fundamental beliefs, but… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
f you analyze it I believe the very heart and soul of conservatism is libertarianism. I think conservatism is really a misnomer… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Fellow Americans, our duty is before us tonight. Let us go forward, determined to serve selflessly a vision of man with God,… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Our problems are both acute and chronic, yet all we hear from those in positions of leadership are the same tired proposals… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Many Americans today, just as they did 200 years ago, feel burdened, stifled, and sometimes even oppressed by government that has grown… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
I'm not a politician by profession. I am a citizen who decided I had to be personally involved. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Government is the people's business and every man, woman and child becomes a shareholder with the first penny of tax paid. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Trains are not any more energy efficient than the average automobile, with both getting about 48 passenger miles to the gallon. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Politics is supposed to be the second-oldest profession... and I have come to realize that it bears a very close resemblance to… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Could there be a better answer to the stupidity of Karl Marx than millions of workers individually sharing in the ownership of… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
A friend of mine was asked to a costume ball a short time ago. He slapped some egg on his face and… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Politics is just like show business. You have a hell of an opening, coast for a while, and then have a hell… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
The bill's a textbook example of special interest pork barrel politics at work, and I have no choice but to veto it. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
I think the presidency is an institution over which you have temporary custody. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Republicans believe the best way to assure prosperity is to generate more jobs. The Democrats believe in more welfare. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
We must not look to government to solve our problems. Government is the problem. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Politics is not a bad profession. If you succeed there are many rewards, if you disgrace yourself you can always write a… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
“all of us need to be reminded that the federal government did not create the states, the states created the federal government. . .” — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Today, the world looks to America for leadership. And America looks to its Corps of Marines. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
I've long believed one of the mainsprings of our own liberty has been the widespread ownership of property among our people and the expectation… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
You know, by the time you reach my age, you've made plenty of mistakes if you've lived your life properly. So you learn. You… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Yes, across Europe, this wall will fall. For it cannot withstand faith; it cannot withstand truth. The wall cannot withstand freedom. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Simple fairness dictates that government must not raise taxes on families struggling to pay their bills. — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
The time has come to turn to God and reassert our trust in Him for the healing of America - our country is in… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Professional politicians like to talk about the value of experience in government. Nuts! The only experience you gain in politics is how to be… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
The WPA was one of the most productive elements of FDR's alphabet soup of agencies because it put people to work building roads, bridges,… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
Since I came to the White House, I got two hearing aids, a colon operation, skin cancer, a prostate operation, and I was shot.… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
A moment I've been dreading. George brought his ne're-do-well son around this morning and asked me to find the kid a job. Not the… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
On Father's Day, we pay tribute to all in our society who have taken on the responsibilitie s and joys of fatherhood. Whether our… — Ronald Reagan Copy Share Image
