Ronald Reagan: “Democracy in El Salvador depends on it.”

If we ever closed the door to new Americans, our leadership in the world would soon be lost.

I can't be late for my luncheon.

Rather than making them or talking about putting up a fence, why don’t we work out some recognition of our mutual problems, make it possible for them to come here legally with a work permit, and then, while they’re working and earning…

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.