Ronald Reagan actually said...

"We could not have done it without you, and I am sure that the members and leaders of the Congress share my admiration for the excellent job you have performed over the past ten months."

"Your energy, ability, and dedication have played a key role in translating our economic recovery program into legislative reality."

"We hope that both parties will seize the opportunity offered by the United Nations 'evaluation' to devote renewed energy to resolving their differences by peaceful negotiation in a spirit of compromis..."

"To tell you the truth, I can't answer that right now."