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Radio Address to the Nation on Philippine-United States Relations and the Situation in Central America

… These murders bring home to all of us the troubles and threats that the new Philippine democracy faces. Twenty months ago, we applauded as President Corazon Aquino's peaceful … in the Philippines remains the Communist insurgency. As a result of the restoration of democracy, that insurgency has lost political momentum; still it continues, becoming more violent … five attempted coups since taking office. I've made it clear to all concerned that Filipino democracy and President Aquino have America 's full support. We hope all elements in the …

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Radio Address to the Nation on Aid to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance - July 1988

… So much is at stake. A few years ago, there were those who said the cause of freedom and democracy was lost in El Salvador . Well, perhaps some of you remember that incredible scene when … people of that country defied Communist threats and bullets to march to the polls and vote for democracy. The American aid package that helped make democracy victorious in El Salvador passed by only two votes in the House -- but pass it did, and …

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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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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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Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations Fitzwater on the Philippine Military Rebellion

… to continue working closely with President Aquino on behalf of her efforts to strengthen democracy in the Philippines . … Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations …

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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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Statement on the Comprehensive Anti-Apartheid Act of 1986

… also move forward with positive measures to encourage peaceful change and advance the cause of democracy in South Africa . Now is the time for South Africa 's Government to act with courage and good sense to avert a crisis. Moderate black leaders who are committed to democracy and oppose revolutionary violence are ready to work for peaceful change. They should …

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Letter to the Congressional Leadership on Aid to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… for the Nicaraguan democratic resistance. Our goal in Nicaragua is simple -- peace and democracy. Our policy has consistently supported the efforts of those who seek democracy throughout Central America and who recognize that the freedom fighters are essential to … the national security interests of the United States by strengthening the prospects for democracy in Central America . Sincerely, Ronald Reagan Note: Identical letters were sent to …

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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for President Julio Maria Sanguinetti of Uruguay

… the time of their nation's birth. Today the people of Uruguay are reaffirming their faith in democracy. And all those who love liberty applaud this giant step forward. President Sanguinetti, … of Uruguay are building. In recent years, we have witnessed an unprecedented expansion of democracy in the Americas. Just a decade ago, only one-third of the people in this hemisphere lived in democracy. Today 90 percent of the people live in countries that are democratic or in transition …

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