Ronald Reagan actually said...

"The Emerald Isle has given much to the world, but she has blessed America abundantly with her most precious gift: her children."

"I think the fundamentals of our plan will bring about a recovery."

"Just as St. Patrick lit the fire of faith in Ireland centuries ago, so, more recently, has the Statue of Liberty's torch of freedom ignited the spirit of liberty in his countrymen."

"On this St. Patrick's Day, let us fervently wish that America and Ireland will continue to be friends as long as the hills are green."