Ronald Reagan actually said...

Congress throws money at its own priorities but ignores the priorities and the commitments this nation has to help build our national security.

Remarks at a White House Briefing for the Citizens Network for Foreign Affairs

10/20/1987

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the total withdrawal of all Soviet forces and the full self-determination of the Afghan people.

I urge the American people to participate in appropriate observances to reflect our support of the Afghan struggle for freedom.

The American people clearly expect their elected leaders to vote the same way they talk.

there can be no compromise on the goal of Afghan independence.