Ronald Reagan: “I encourage all Americans and government officials at all levels to celebrate this week with appropriate observances and…”

We must remain strong and free of illusion.

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.

We have walked a long way together to clear a path for peace.

I will not make age an issue of this campaign. I am not going to exploit for political purposes my opponent's youth and inexperience.