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Letter to Congressional Leaders on Aid to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… If, on the other hand, meaningful assistance is provided, we can enhance the prospects for democracy inside Nicaragua and advance the cause of regional peace in accordance with the … further encouragement of Sandinista intransigence. The other could keep alive prospects for democracy and meaningful talks toward peace. For the reasons set forth, I strongly urge you and …

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Remarks of the President and Prime Minister George Cadle Price of Belize Following Their Meetings

… to the war and turmoil elsewhere in the region, Belize, Central America's newest independent democracy, serves as a model of peace and stability. Belize is a developing country struggling … basic values of a common heritage, the same language and common law, a kindred parliamentary democracy, and a mixed economy. Belize is thankful for the Caribbean Basin Initiative and the …

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Toasts at the State Dinner for President Julio Maria Sanguinetti of Uruguay

… Tonight we mark not only the visit of a friend, but also we celebrate a nation's return to democracy. Historic events such as the rebirth of Uruguayan democracy do not just happen. They're the outcome of the hard work, courage, and commitment of … for his fellow countrymen earlier this year, President Sanguinetti said, ``We know we want democracy; we know we want the observance of human rights; we know we want the self-determination …

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Statement on Central America Following a Meeting With Ambassador Richard B. Stone

… mission. As my personal representative, he speaks for me in our efforts to advance peace and democracy in this nearby area. He plans to return to the area shortly after the first of the …

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Statement on the Haitian Elections

… and -- most importantly -- the Haitian people have moved resolutely towards the goal of true democracy. The path has not been easy or smooth. We, along with other friends of Haiti , have …

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Remarks at the Quadrennial Convention of the International Longshoremen's Association in Hollywood, Florida

… assemble like this and enjoy what ILA members enjoy every day -- the freedom to organize. Our democracy encompasses many freedoms -- freedom of speech, of religion, of assembly, and so many … They say poverty and violence, repression in Central America are just the way of life, that democracy can't work. Well, I say ``baloney.'' And I think we'd all say something stronger if we were down on the docks. [Laughter] Costa Rica is as strong a democracy as you will find anywhere with a long history of peace, free elections, and stability. …

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Statement Following a Meeting With Austrian Chancellor Franz Vranitzky

… and Austria will remain close friends. We both share a strong commitment to human rights and democracy. I also told the Chancellor that Austria has every reason to be proud of its record …

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Message on the Observance of Cinco de Mayo, 1988

… belief in liberty and independence. Today, Cinco de Mayo stands as a symbol of the love of democracy and freedom which continues to burn in the hearts of men and women throughout the …

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Remarks to Organization of American States Ambassadors on Pan American Day

… -- justice under law, protection of human rights, and economic and social development. Democracy remains the basic bond of our nations. It is our people's permanent aspiration and, for … the members of this organization govern themselves democratically. As you would agree, it is democracy that gives our people their dignity and hope for the future. A little over a year ago, … interest-free loans, enable Caribbean students to study subjects crucial to development and democracy in their countries. I look upon it as a small part of a broader initiative to …

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Radio Address to the Nation on the Situation in Nicaragua

… ideals of individual liberty and promised to hold free elections. What happened? Well, not democracy, but internal repression, imprisonment, and torture, the buildup of an army and militia … freedom fighters seek not to destroy their Communist opponents but to liberate their country. Democracy -- this is all the freedom fighters ask. And all we're asking for is a democratic … time has come for Congress to give the freedom fighters what they need for their struggle for democracy to succeed. Until tomorrow evening from the Oval Office, thanks for listening, and God …

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