Ronald Reagan: “America is proud that for a third of a century we've played a part in your development efforts.”

I'm sure they'll—as we will—they'll take it for what it is.

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 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.