Ronald Reagan: “For all these reasons, I am pleased to sign H.R. 4503.”

We've only heard the same as you've heard: that he has been suggesting doing something of this kind.

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…

Tyranny fails. Freedom works.

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.