Ronald Reagan actually said...

Nothing was more cruel for them than those back-to-back years of double-digit inflation.

Radio Address to the Nation on Economic and Fair Housing Issues

07/08/1983

More Ronald Reagan Quotes

Prosperity isn't created by big government.

Tell folks up there that it's time for a change, and let them know that you support and want America's tax plan.

The tax code we're saddled with today is the result of almost 75 years of political wheeling and dealing.

I think you'll agree it's not exactly a major contribution to Western civilization.