Ronald Reagan actually said...

We're grateful for the closeness of our historic heritage, just as we respect the proud independence of today's Ireland.

Next to peace and reconciliation, Northern Ireland's greatest need is for jobs to bring hope and opportunity to all its people.

The national government also has an important, but limited, role to play in the education system.

I support a just and peaceful solution to the problems of Ireland and strongly condemn all acts of terrorism and violence.