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Message on the Observance of Lincoln Day, 1984

… differences. It was his belief that that struggle would ultimately determine the fate of democracy throughout the world. With a strong, patient, and sometimes weary hand, he led the … looked up to him as the man who not only preserved the Union, but helped us realize that true democracy is an evolving process. He once said the American Revolution ``was the germ which has …

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Statement by Deputy Press Secretary Speakes on the Situation in Poland

… actions of the workers in Gdansk and elsewhere speak eloquently of their support of democracy and free trade unions. At the same time, the Government's actions speak just as clearly …

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Remarks in an Interview With Representatives of Excelsior of Mexico, Together With Written Responses to Questions

… to the Organization of American States, a pledge that their goal, a revolutionary goal, was democracy, free speech, freedom of press, free labor unions -- all of the things associated with democracy. When the Sandinistas took over, they ousted their former allies, and they named it a … Q. Do you think -- just the last one -- do you think there's any danger in Mexico for the democracy, because it's the way to come to the United States by Nicaraguan Communist people? The …

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Remarks at a White House Meeting for Supporters of United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… just met with these leaders of the united Nicaraguan opposition who represent the hope for democracy in Nicaragua: Arturo Cruz, Adolpho Calero, and Alfonso Robelo. Haiti and the … the desire of people worldwide for democratic rule. In Central America great strides toward democracy have been taken in every country except Nicaragua, where the Sandinista dictatorship is … Communist control. I think the world is watching to see if Congress is as committed to democracy in Nicaragua, in our own hemisphere, as it was in the Philippines. The Nicaraguan …

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Radio Address to the Nation on Foreign Issues and the Budget

… of speech, freedom of worship. And this week, South Korea has taken a great stride toward full democracy. For the first time in 16 years, they voted in a direct election for their President. … million votes, and I've sent my congratulations to him. But the most important victory is for democracy. As Americans know, and as Koreans are finding out, elections have losers as well as winners. The essence of democracy is the willingness to accept the results and, perhaps, to try again at the next …

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Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations Fitzwater on the President's Meeting With Members of the Philippine - United States Business Committee

… He recalled the extraordinary progress President Aquino has made toward restoration of democracy and the rekindling of economic growth, and pledged to continue to seek ways to …

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Statement on the Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

… gave the whole Nation a new hero to admire and emulate. Martin Luther King knew that America's democracy was imperfect, but he also knew that America's conscience was a powerful force for …

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Statement on Senate Approval of the Extension of the Voting Rights Act

… of the most cherished of our birthrights as American citizens. When practiced, it enriches our democracy; when threatened, it must be protected. Today's responsible action by the Senate sends …

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… Hwan to discuss the transition of the newly elected President of South Korea and its effect on democracy … Washington, DC … sitting by the fireplace, talking … Oval Office … President Reagan, …

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White House Statement on Aid to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… regime to comply with its obligations under the Guatemala accord of August 7, 1987, to bring democracy to Nicaragua. All funds under the request are derived by transfer from existing defense … a clear opportunity for the Sandinista regime to comply with its obligation to establish democracy and to negotiate a cease-fire directly with the resistance. The request prohibits …

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