Ronald Reagan: “The strength of our exports has meant a great deal to America.”

If we ever closed the door to new Americans, our leadership in the world would soon be lost.

We've only heard the same as you've heard: that he has been suggesting doing something of this kind.

We must and will dedicate ourselves as a Nation to continue this effort, and to stand in solidarity with those who resist, until the blessings of democracy, freedom, and respect for human dignity are assured throughout the world.

It was a message of peace.