Ronald Reagan: “In response to your mandate, our administration has worked to return the civil rights laws to their original meaning—to…”

I can't be late for my luncheon.

But there's nothing I can say that would make the situation right.

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.

This is a great day.