Ronald Reagan actually said...

Olof Palme was one of the world's most respected leaders, a man who made compassion the hallmark of Swedish policy.

I also pray for the speedy recovery of Mrs. Palme.

I have learned with great shock of the tragic death of Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme.

I offer my most sincere condolences to the family of Prime Minister Palme and to the Swedish people in their hour of grief.