Back then, government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

Ronald Reagan

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Government regulation

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Ronald Reagan

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Speech

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Political speech

Language

English

Time

1986 1980s 20th century

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American President National leader Politician

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United States

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Reagan, Ronald. Remarks to state chairs in Washington, DC. National White House Conference on Small Business. 15 Aug. 1986, Old Executive Office Building, Washington, DC, USA.

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