Ronald Reagan actually said...

Any further reductions in my request would deal a serious setback to our overall defense buildup and would have adverse foreign policy consequences.

Letter to Members of the House of Representatives Urging Support for Production of the MX Missile

12/05/1982

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I admire your government's restraint under this extreme provocation.

Peace would be to their advantage, also.

A strong Japan will be a great factor for stability in that whole area.

I'm looking forward to this trip.