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Larry Speakes was an American public servant born on November 3, 1939. He is best known for his role as the White House Press Secretary during the Reagan administration. Speakes was known for his ability to handle the press and communicate the administration's message effectively. His work in public service has left a lasting impact on political communication, and he is remembered for his contributions to the field. Larry passed away on March 10, 2021, but his legacy in public service continues to be recognized.
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"Those who talk don't know what is going on and those who know what is going on won't talk."

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"You don't tell us how to stage the news and we don't tell you how to cover it."

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"Being a press secretary is like learning to type: You're hunting and pecking for a while and then you find yourself doing the touch system and don't realize it. You're speaking for the president without ever having to go to him."

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"I would dodge, not lie, in the national interest."

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