Larry Speakes
White House Press Secretary during Reagan
Born
1939
86 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 16th White House Press Secretary from 1981 to 1987 under President Ronald Reagan. Managed media relations and communication strategies during a pivotal time in American politics, particularly notable for addressing issues such as the Iran-Contra affair. Contributed to the shaping of the Reagan administration's public image. Played a crucial role in delivering presidential messages to the public and navigating press inquiries.
Served as White House Press Secretary from 1981 to 1987
Handled media relations during the Iran-Contra affair
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