Ronald Reagan: “We cut government growth, slashed regulations, and cut income taxes almost 25 percent.”

Naturally, I heartily approve.

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

The strength of our nation has never been with the Washington colony but with the American people.

I am delighted that later today I'll have the opportunity to welcome President Gorbachev to the United States and extend to him the hospitality and good wishes of the American people.