Ronald Reagan actually said...

"We're going to miss him, of course."

"I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate remembrances and ceremonies and to reaffirm their commitment to principles of liberty and freedom for all oppressed peo..."

"I urge the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities."

"I believe that excessive controls and regulations by government—well, we've seen a comparison with some of our trading partners that have too much of that."