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Message to the Congress Transmitting the Annual Report of the National Endowment for Democracy

… Message to the Congress Transmitting the Annual Report of the National Endowment for Democracy 02/19/1986 … February 19, 1986 To the Congress of the United States: Pursuant to the … - 164, as amended, I herewith transmit the second annual report of the National Endowment for Democracy, which covers the period from October 1, 1984, through September 30, 1985. I am pleased … work that this organization has accomplished in the past year. The National Endowment for Democracy is a key instrument in our ability to support what we believe in around the world. The …

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Remarks Following Discussions With President Oscar Arias Sanchez of Costa Rica

… underscores the enduring bond between our countries and between all peoples who cherish democracy and human freedom. Costa Rica and the United States stand together, foursquare in our commitment to democracy in this hemisphere. The progress we've witnessed in the Americas in recent years has … indeed been heartening. It wasn't that long ago when Costa Rica was Central America 's only democracy. Today we look with satisfaction at the impressive development of democratic …

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Informal Exchange With Reporters at Thomas Jefferson High School of Science and Technology in Fairfax County, Virginia

… them to develop something now that will restore order. Q. What can the U.S. do to help move democracy along there, do you feel? The President. I don't know, but I couldn't answer that … going. Q. Do you feel that Haiti was essentially a right-wing Grenada and now moving it toward democracy is yet another triumph for you? The President. Certainly there was -- it was -- at least it has to be called authoritarian rule, yes. They weren't very much of a model of democracy. Q. Mr. President, are you pleased with the opportunity to try to foster democracy in …

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Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives on United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… Earlier this year the Senate passed a bipartisan program of assistance to keep the hope of democracy alive in Nicaragua. In the House of Representatives many members of both political parties have worked together in support of a program that would promote democracy in Central America and to resolve the internal conflict in Nicaragua. This program is … and in the interest of long-term stability in our hemisphere that we support the forces of democracy in Central America. It is my hope that this message will be received by members of the …

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Statement on House of Representatives Approval of United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… of both parties stand united in resisting totalitarian expansionism and promoting the cause of democracy. As we approach the celebration of our own Independence Day, we can be proud that we as … cause is our cause. With our help, the people of Nicaragua will win their struggle to bring democracy to their land, remove the threat to neighboring countries and to our own security, and …

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Statement on Senate Approval of United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance and for Economic Development in Central America

… America 08/13/1986 … August 13, 1986 Today the Senate made an historic vote in favor of democracy. The Senate has given bipartisan approval to $100 million for the freedom fighters in … supports the goals recommended by the National Bipartisan Commission on Central America : democracy, economic well-being, defense against Communist aggression, and pursuit of verifiable …

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Statement by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Speakes Following the President's Meeting With Ciriaco De Mita of Italy

… head of the Italian Christian Democratic Party. They discussed the promising evolution of democracy in Latin and Central America. The President, noting today's meeting between Deputy … They agreed that the tide was turning in the region toward those advocating freedom and democracy. The President commended the Italian Government for its firm stand against global …

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Statement on the Presidential Election in the Philippines

… also tell us something. They tell us of the profound yearning of the Filipino people for democracy and, indeed, of the vigor of the underlying forces of pluralism and democracy. Only the Communists boycotted the election. The political process in the Philippines … with this election. Our task for the future is to help nurture the hopes and possibilities of democracy, to help the people of the Philippines overcome the grave problems their country faces, …

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Remarks at a White House Meeting With the Board of Directors of the United States Institute of Peace

… Thus, the surest way to strengthen the foundation of peace is to support the growth of democracy and gain full respect for human rights. Supporting a spread of democracy means providing assistance to the brave men and women who today struggle to achieve a … in spurring growth and prosperity around the globe, can play a vital role in building democracy. But above all, it means keeping America's defenses strong and ready. As I intend to …

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Toast at a Luncheon Hosted by President Miguel De la Madrid Hurtado in Mexicali, Mexico

… you recently conducted with a Mexican newspaper. And in it you applauded the progress toward democracy being made throughout Latin America and concluded that the tendency of all the world is to seek democracy. Furthermore, you said, and I quote, ``Regimes of force or authoritarian regimes are not the solution to overcoming economic and social problems in Latin America. Democracy is more effective in accomplishing these aims in a lasting way than the authoritarian …

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