Ronald Reagan actually said...

I cannot, and I will not, have my hands tied by a Congress that is totally hostile to all that we're trying to do.

Remarks at a Campaign Rally for Senator Mark N. Andrews in Grand Forks, North Dakota

10/16/1986

More Ronald Reagan Quotes

National security is not just another category on the budget; it's the first duty of the Federal Government to the American people.

Those of us who enjoy the freedom and independence passed to us by brave and noble individuals like San Martin, Washington, and others, must...

I can think of no finer example to others than Argentina's inspiring return to democracy.

The American people know it, and on November 6th they said so, I think, in 49 States.