Ronald Reagan actually said...

We cannot escape the simple truth that the budget process has failed nor will we avoid the harsh verdict of history if we cannot summon the political courage to put our national house in order and finally live within our means.

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Remarks Announcing Bipartisan Support for Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Legislation

10/03/1985

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