Ronald Reagan: “Our ultimate goal, of course, is the complete elimination of nuclear weapons.”

We must remain strong and free of illusion.

I don't say that we're not prepared.

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.

I do hereby proclaim December 17, 1988, as Wright Brothers Day.