Ronald Reagan: “Forty-five days ago, the House of Representatives joined in a bipartisan commitment to bring runaway Federal spending…”

Yes, I would be deeply disappointed.

We must remain strong and free of illusion.

We have walked a long way together to clear a path for peace.

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.