Ronald Reagan actually said...

"I do hereby proclaim the month of October 1986 as National Down Syndrome Month."

"We must continue our efforts to dispel myths about Down Syndrome and the degree to which it is disabling."

"Down Syndrome is the most common genetic birth defect associated with mental handicap."

"I call upon all Americans to give special and deserved recognition to those people at the State and local level who, through their dedicated and innovative efforts, have made it possible to have a suc..."