Ronald Reagan actually said...

I commend you for your willingness to follow a responsible path to prevent increased dependency.

Remarks at a White House Meeting With the House of Representatives Republican Task Force on Welfare Reform

08/05/1987

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Your job may sometimes be routine, but, believe me, it isn't.

America has a lot of friends in the world.

Our forces don't seek to make Europe captive. We seek to keep Europe free.

Today, my reverence for your courage and accomplishment has grown even deeper.