Diary Entry - 11/08/1986

Key Facts
President Reagan makes a radio address to the Nation on reform of the Federal Budget process.
The President and First Lady watch the movie "Red River."
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Lousy weather so no riding. Did get in a couple of brisk walks between showers. The Sat. night & Sun. morning talk shows continued to hammer on the hostage & Iran arms story giving credence to every rumor & supposed leak—(unidentified official). They can do great harm with their irresponsible drum beating. Now the Dem’s. (house & senate) have joined the chorus. Don R. called & we’ve decided to meet Mon. morning to get a handle on this.
