Ronald Reagan: “I want you to know that we intend to use the convention in our efforts to expand human freedom and fight human rights…”

Reading is one of the most important activities any child can engage in, and potentially one of the most enjoyable too.

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.

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