Ronald Reagan actually said...

"It opposes the enactment of S. 1579 because it would authorize appropriations far in excess of those contained in the President's FY 1989 Budget."

"The public interest is best served when budget laws are enacted individually, after careful deliberation over the spending measures by members of Congress and the President."

"I therefore strongly urge the Congress to complete consideration of the remaining 12 appropriations bills and to transmit them to me in a timely manner as well."

"We will remain forever steadfast in our commitment to speak out for those who cannot, to seek justice for those to whom it is denied, and to assist freedom-seeking peoples everywhere."