Ronald Reagan actually said...

"A modern, economically developing, and politically stable China is in the best interest of all peace-loving peoples."

"We've been delighted with all that's been accomplished as a result of Premier Zhao's visit."

"Our economic cooperation, despite occasional problems, is healthy and holds enormous promise."

"Cooperation between our two countries in the area of science and technology not only contributes to the scope of human knowledge and to China's own modernization; it also cements the ties between our ..."