Ronald Reagan actually said...

I can't believe that we've suddenly added three-quarters of a million people to our population.

Interview With Managing Editors on Domestic Issues

12/02/1981

More Ronald Reagan Quotes

Such nuclear and conventional force improvements are of the highest priority for NATO's security.

I attach great importance to your assurance that the United Kingdom TRIDENT II force will be assigned to NATO.

The United States readiness to provide these systems is a demonstration of the great importance which the United States Government attaches ...

I regard this arrangement as a significant contribution to the maintenance of stability and peace.