Ronald Reagan: “I will recommend an overall Federal spending freeze.”

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.

Let us always take with us the spirit of vision, skill, and excellence.

Tyranny fails. Freedom works.

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.