Ronald Reagan actually said...

"The temporary surcharge I have declared is necessary to prevent an increase in exports of certain softwood lumber products from Canada."

"I have decided that expeditious action is required, and to increase temporarily the rates of duty on imports from Canada of the softwood lumber products."

"I intend to take or to authorize all appropriate action in response to any future failure by the Government of Canada to meet the objectives and commitments of the Understanding."

"Fulfillment of the objectives and commitments in the Memorandum of Understanding is of critical importance."