09/07/1982
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"I remain an optimist with joy, without apology about this country and about the American experiment in democracy."
"One of my highest priorities is finding ways to reduce the level of arms and to improve our working relationship with the Soviet Union."
"I have enjoyed my life, its disappointments outweighed by its pleasures."
"Our Hispanic heritage is something of which all Americans can be proud."