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… of which to be proud, so much that others can only dream of, most of all our freedom and our democracy; and we stand for so much that is good and decent and honorable in the world. When I … the case in the Philippines right now -- those economies are troubled. Others struggle toward democracy or economic strength, or both. And too many others still live in lands that know …
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… new. I'm convinced that historians will look back on Iberia's peaceful and joyful embrace of democracy as a decisive turning point. They will see it as the moment when freedom ended a long … and in the storm of events, he has been like an anchor holding fast to the principles of democracy and freedom. Your Majesty, you are a true representative of the democratic aspirations … of the people of this land. Any visitor here can see that freedom is flourishing. For democracy to succeed, its roots must grow deep and wide. This means social cooperation, national …
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… country to be secure, which is why we've been so concerned about events in Central America . Democracy has been progressing in that region, but one area where totalitarianism has a foothold … for freedom in Nicaragua at the mercy of the Communist regime and expect the process toward democracy to move ahead. And already we can see warning signs. In just 2 short weeks, the …
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… to applaud another decision of courage and vision, the decision to chart for Spain a course to democracy. The Spanish Crown played a significant role in this historic turning point as well. … is peace, progress, and freedom. Today Spain is moving forward in a voyage of freedom and democracy, every bit as courageous as that of Columbus. Spain can be confident of the outcome … you to join me in a toast to His Majesty the King and to the people of Spain, all champions of democracy. Note: The President spoke at 10:48 p.m. at the Royal Palace in response to a toast by …
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… of the progress we have made. Our domestic policies are based on a free market economy and democracy for most personal inititative and the creation of new businesses. Our growth rate has … our two countries, because, like you, we hold particularly dear ideals of peace, liberty, democracy, progress, and moral values, as well as social justice. Like you, we, too, condemn …
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… at hand -- to move forward with America . Now, I think a first order of business is peace and democracy in Central America . And last week I joined with bipartisan leaders in Congress in … to democratic reforms by the Sandinista Communist government in Nicaragua . Peace and democracy -- the two are inseparable. And if any one of you think maybe I'm going too far in … my desk drawer in Washington -- they carry the picture of Nikolai Lenin. The aspirations for democracy, promised by the Sandinistas in 1979 -- the commitment to free speech, free press, …
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… for the solution of international conflicts, for the promotion of national independence, democracy, and economic and social development -- in short, whether the United Nations can renew …
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… think they're likely to do that? Are they going to give up what they've got because you want democracy in Central America, sir? The President . Bill [Bill Plante, CBS News], we're on a …
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… States now stands at a moment of judgment. Experience has shown that a policy of support for democracy, economic opportunity, and security will best serve the people of Central America and … help the democratic center prevail over tyrants of the left or the right. But if we abandon democracy in Nicaragua, if we tolerate the consolidation of a surrogate state in Central America, …
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… take place. If the House votes to give the Nicaraguan resistance the support we've proposed, democracy in that nation can be given a chance. Again and again, the freedom fighters have proven … no. The Catholic Church in Nicaragua supports an internal reconciliation aimed at achieving democracy. The Communists have rejected this plan. The Contadora nations have backed a negotiated peace based, again, upon internal reconciliation and democracy. The Sandinistas have refused to grant these proposals serious consideration. The …
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