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            HONORING THE BIRTHDAY OF PRESIDENT RONALD REAGAN

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
birthday of one of America's most outstanding leaders, Ronald Reagan.
  More than just our 40th President, Reagan was a champion of freedom, 
prosperity, and American exceptionalism. His leadership restored 
confidence in our Nation, revived our economy, and helped bring an end 
to the Cold War without firing a shot.
  Through progrowth policies like tax cuts and deregulation, Reagan 
ushered in an era of economic expansion that lifted millions of 
Americans into prosperity. His belief in limited government and 
individual liberty reshaped our political landscape and continues to 
inspire conservative leadership today.
  Beyond policy, Reagan reminded us that America's best days are always 
ahead. His unwavering optimism and steadfast commitment to our founding 
principles resonate as strongly in 2025 as they did in his time. His 
legacy lives on in every effort to lower taxes, strengthen our 
military, and uphold the values that make this Nation exceptional.
  Today, as we remember President Reagan, let's recommit ourselves to 
his vision of a strong, prosperous, and free America. As he so often 
reminded us, freedom is never more than one generation away from 
extinction. It is up to us to preserve it.

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