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Reagan Will Get Stamp in 2005
WASHINGTON -- Supporters of former President Ronald W. Reagan won't have to wait a decade for a stamp bearing his image. The U.S. Postal Service on Wednesday announced that it will issue a commemorative stamp next year bearing the image of the 40th president, who died June 5."The Postal Service will be proud to add a commemorative postage stamp to recognize the many honors that President Reagan, a man of diverse talents, accumulated throughout his life and beyond. The stamp will deliver a heart-warming message on letters and packages to Americans everywhere," said Postmaster General John E. Potter in announcing the Reagan stamp.It is the tradition of the Postal Service to honor prominent Americans with a stamp no sooner than 10 years after their death. The single exception to this policy is for a U.S. President, who may be honored with a postage stamp on the first birth anniversary following death. Reagan, who served as our 40th President, from 1981 until 1989, was born on February 6, 1911.The Postal Service is working with the Reagan family on the necessary arrangements for the stamp. Additional details about the design and the issuance ceremony will be announced when they are completed.Visit the U.S. Postal Service at www.usps.com"