Ronald Reagan: “I have been advised by the Attorney General that this provision applies only to future appointments.”

Naturally, I heartily approve.

I am delighted that later today I'll have the opportunity to welcome President Gorbachev to the United States and extend to him the hospitality and good wishes of the American people.

We must remain strong and free of illusion.

Well, that wasn't a proposal. That was a decision that has been made.