Ronald Reagan: “America must stand with those who fight for freedom in Nicaragua.”

We must remain strong and free of illusion.

Each of us can give young people the good example of reading ourselves.

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.

I think he recognizes that their massive buildup has been responsible for the great economic crisis that he faces there in the Soviet Union.