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Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations Fitzwater on the Central American Peace Process

… of the Central American Presidents presents important opportunities to further peace and democracy in this troubled region. At the San Jose summit, there was a clear consensus among the … acknowledged the accuracy of that judgment. The Guatemala City plan aims at peace and democracy for all of Central America . Its objectives, in combination with the pressures from the … the Nicaraguan political system and to provide a glimmer of hope to the Nicaraguan people that democracy and freedom may eventually be established. The key issue is whether Daniel Ortega is …

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Statement on the House of Representatives' Failure To Approve Aid for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… the administration's request for additional assistance to those fighting for freedom and democracy in Nicaragua . I believe this action undercuts the efforts of those brave men and women … Yesterday's vote was won by those who advance the proposition that the prospects for peace and democracy in Nicaragua are best served by removing military pressure from the Sandinista regime. … progress towards attainment of democratic reforms. Meanwhile, my commitment to peace and democracy in Central America is undiminished. I wish to assure those struggling inside Nicaragua …

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Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate Transmitting a Presidential Determination on Assistance to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… the failure of the Government of Nicaragua to progress toward the establishment of genuine democracy. The United States has supported the process for achieving democracy and security set in motion by the accord signed by the Central American Presidents in … as they had promised to the Organization of American States in 1979, to move toward genuine democracy with free elections by a truly free people. After the meeting of the Central American …

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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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Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations Fitzwater on the Situation in Nicaragua

… the Sandinistas that the United States is firmly committed to the achievement of freedom and democracy in Nicaragua . Just this week, the Sandinistas have shut down the two media outlets for … out any hope for democratic reform in Nicaragua, despite the solemn promises to establish democracy that they have made and broken repeatedly in the decade since they seized power. They … security of Central America unless effectively pressured and persuaded to do so. To achieve democracy in Nicaragua and security for all of Central America clearly requires a viable and …

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Proclamation 5793 -- Pan American Day and Pan American Week, 1988

… Western Hemisphere share a unique harmony of ideals -- the love of liberty, independence, and democracy; the willingness to seek these treasures and to preserve them wherever they are found; … States (OAS). The common aspirations of the peoples of the Americas for freedom, independence, democracy, peace, security, and prosperity inspire the OAS, which is charged with upholding and … the Inter-American System. The past decade has witnessed several victories for freedom and democracy in the Americas . Ten years ago, the great majority of Latin Americans lived under …

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Statement on Aid to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… the Communist Sandinista regime in Nicaragua . Some thought that U.S. forbearance would bring democracy and peace to Nicaragua through negotiations between the resistance and the Sandinista … ago with promises to the Organization of American States -- of establishment of freedom and democracy in Nicaragua . We do not need more pieces of paper bearing empty Sandinista promises … necessities of life deserve the thanks of our nation. The work of AID keeps the chance for democracy alive in Nicaragua. The United States continues to support those fighting for freedom …

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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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Address to the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States

… free. It is the story of Raul Alfonsin raising Argentina from defeat and dictatorship to a new democracy. It is the story of Jose Napoleon Duarte, detained, tortured, and exiled after winning … all the valiant statesmen of Central and South America who struggle to establish and maintain democracy in their countries. It is also the story of common people, such as the woman in El … colonial force, and to secure for the people of Nicaragua the fulfillment of the promises of democracy and human rights that were made to the OAS in 1979. We are now at a critical juncture. …

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Statement on the Presidential Election in the Philippines

… their society and to avoid violence, which would benefit only those who wish to see an end to democracy. Both sides must work together to make those reforms which are needed to ensure a stable democracy, a truly professional military, and a healthy economy. Our hearts go out to the people … We are proud of our long association with them and very proud of their passionate devotion to democracy. There are no easy answers. And in the last analysis, they will have to find the …

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