10/17/1987
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"We must, in the end, roll up our sleeves, face our responsibilities squarely, and persevere at the unending task of setting, and keeping, the Nation's affairs in order."
"In short, we have launched a process of reform and change that can transform the course of events."
"The economy, I declared, was in the 'worst mess' in half a century."
"Medicines and other household products must be stored out of reach and, preferably, out of sight."