Ronald Reagan: “There is no more essential ingredient than a free, strong, and independent press to our continued success.”

I am delighted that later today I'll have the opportunity to welcome President Gorbachev to the United States and extend to him the hospitality and good wishes of the American people.

Naturally, I heartily approve.

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

America is the shining city on the hill. Welcome all who enter to follow their dreams.