Ronald Reagan actually said...

"This steady progress confirms once again that we are putting inflation back in its cage."

"One of the most important pieces of legislation to be considered by the Congress this year is being held hostage by a small but highly funded and organized special interest group."

"The tragedy of Afghanistan continues as the valiant and courageous Afghan freedom fighters persevere in standing up against the brutal power of the Soviet invasion and occupation."

"America's unflagging sympathy for a determined people, its support for their refugees and commitment to achieving a political settlement for Afghanistan will free that country from tyranny's yoke."