Ronald Reagan actually said...

In the 'Merchant of Venice,' Shakespeare wrote of a small candle and of how far it throws its beams.

Remarks at a White House Reception Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Folger Shakespeare Library

04/28/1982

More Ronald Reagan Quotes

Inflation in double digits, interest rates that had hit 21 1/2 percent, productivity down for the third year in a row.

Yes, we have a real record of accomplishment.

Politicians are often tempted to forget that our Republic was founded on the common wisdom of the American people.

We offer the American people... hope - a way out and a way up.