The founders of the United Nations sought to replace a world at war with a world of civilized order. They hoped that a world of relentless conflict would give way to a new era, one where freedom from violence prevailed.... But the awful truth is that the use of violence for political gain has become more, not less, widespread in the last decade.
Ronald ReaganThe economic welfare of all our people must ultimately stem not from government programs, but from the wealth created by a vigorous private sector.
Ronald ReaganThe Bible tells us there will be a time for peace. But, so far in this century, mankind has failed to find it.
Ronald ReaganPerhaps no custom reveals our character as a Nation so clearly as our celebration of Thanksgiving Day.
Ronald ReaganThe dustbin of history is littered with remains of those countries that relied on diplomacy to secure their freedom. We must never forget . . . in the final analysis . . . that it is our military, industrial and economic strength that offers the best guarantee of peace for America in times of danger.
Ronald Reagan