Today a newcomer to the state is automatically eligible for our many aid programs the moment he crosses the border.

The time has come to turn to God and reassert our trust in Him.

The despicable North Korean attack in Rangoon deprived us of trusted advisers and friends. So many of those who died had won admirers in America as they studied with us or guided us with their counsel. I personally recall the wisdom and composure of Foreign Minister Lee, with whom I met in Washington just a few short months ago. To the families and countrymen of all those who were lost, America expresses its deep sorrow.

The torch of liberty is hot; warms those who hold it high; burns those who try to extinguish it.

An informed patriotism is what we want.

Without God, democracy will not and cannot long endure.

Now, so there will be no misunderstanding, it's not my intention to do away with government. It is rather to make it work - work with us, not over us; to stand by our side, not ride on our back. Government can and must provide opportunity, not smother it; foster productivity, not stifle it.