Ronald Reagan: “I believe this program of recognition is vital to call attention both to what is being done by American volunteers and…”

It was a message of peace.

America is the shining city on the hill. Welcome all who enter to follow their dreams.

Rather than making them or talking about putting up a fence, why don’t we work out some recognition of our mutual problems, make it possible for them to come here legally with a work permit, and then, while they’re working and earning…

I am not going to exploit for political purposes my opponent's youth and inexperience.