Ronald Reagan actually said...

"His depth of character and hard-won accomplishments suggest that Egypt's contributions will not be limited to those of antiquity."

"I'm confident that he will be an outstanding ambassador."

"Your courage in taking the first step, your good faith in pursuing a tangible agreement with a former enemy, your maturity and moderation in the face of frustration... are worthy of a man whom history..."

"And I do feel badly; I certainly take no joy out of this."