Ronald Reagan: “The choice is stark; the choice is unavoidable.”

I will not make age an issue of this campaign. I am not going to exploit for political purposes my opponent's youth and inexperience.

We must and will dedicate ourselves as a Nation to continue this effort, and to stand in solidarity with those who resist, until the blessings of democracy, freedom, and respect for human dignity are assured throughout the world.

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 am not going to exploit for political purposes my opponent's youth and inexperience.