Ronald Reagan: “We are delighted that this brave young man will soon be united with his family and that his ordeal is over.”

I'm sure they'll—as we will—they'll take it for what it is.

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

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…

We must remain strong and free of illusion.