Ronald Reagan actually said...

These measures will simplify the justice system and make it more likely that those who commit crimes pay a price.

Remarks to Reporters Announcing Proposed Criminal Justice Reform Legislation

09/12/1982

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We will be vigilant in the preservation of freedom and vigorous in its defense because we will not let down those who came before us or thos...

We must not and will not abandon them.

We made a promise that they'd have the first-class equipment and weapons they need to do their job and come home safely.

Rebuilding our defenses would come first.