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Statement on the Death of Theodore White

… part of the American political fabric, observing and explaining the very essence of our democracy. In books which have become works of historical importance, Teddy White taught us much …

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

… Nicaragua's threatened neighbors. It helps to demonstrate that it is indeed possible to forge democracy and stability in our hemisphere. Now the issue returns to the House, where I hope we …

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Statement by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Speakes on United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… asked to address the House of Representatives on Tuesday, June 24, on the cause of freedom and democracy in Central America. In the President's view, the way the United States responds to this … will support people who seek their basic freedom. Our response involves not only the future of democracy in our hemisphere, but it also embodies the basic political ideals of the American …

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Remarks on Administration Goals to Senior Presidential Appointees

… nuclear arsenals. And then in Nicaragua there is the urgent and crucial matter of establishing democracy. In recent weeks the issue in Central America seems at times to have become confused: … Hill for this or that? But the real issue has never changed. The real issue is peace and democracy in Central America and the national security of the United States . As President Arias … Rica has said, there will never be peace in Central America until Nicaragua achieves ``true democracy.'' If the other side wants peace, there's no reason for delay; let them democratize …

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Written Responses to Questions Submitted by Business Day and the Manila Chronicle of the Philippines

… to a popular new government were a tribute to the deeply felt Filipino commitment to democracy. The United States moved swiftly to recognize the new democratic government of … United States and the Philippines share the same interest in the preservation of freedom and democracy in the Pacific region. For this reason, I am confident that we will continue to enjoy a … want in the Philippines . Given the Philippine people's deep and demonstrated commitment to democracy, I find it unlikely they would accept a government which included individuals whose …

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Announcement of the United States Delegation of Observers for Elections in El Salvador

… this round of elections represents yet another example of the development and consolidation of democracy in Central America . The delegation of U.S. observers will be cochaired by Senator … of elections from 1982 on, repudiating the Communist FMLN and affirming their commitment to democracy. The President strongly supports the people of El Salvador and their democratic …

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Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations Fitzwater on the Imprisonment of Nelson Mandela in South Africa

… broad-based negotiations for the abolition of apartheid and the establishment of a nonracial democracy in South Africa. … Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations …

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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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Written Responses to Questions Submitted by the South Korean Newspaper Dong-A Ilbo

… Questions Submitted by the South Korean Newspaper Dong-A Ilbo 02/24/1988 … February 24, 1988 Democracy in South Korea Q. With the inauguration of Mr. Roh Tae Woo, Korea will celebrate its … peaceful transfer of power. Since Korea has only experienced authoritarian rule, and not true democracy under a good or enlightened President, could you tell us the secret of being such a leader, and what can be done in Korea to bring expanded democracy? The President. Over the past few decades, Korea has impressed the world with its …

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Radio Address to the Nation on Drug Abuse and Aid to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… to those fighting for freedom in Nicaragua . Both sides claim their goal to be peace and democracy in Central America ; the argument is over how to achieve it. To my disappointment, the … and, no less important, has grave implications for those brave souls who are fighting for democracy in Nicaragua -- people who trusted us. Their fate, the fate of democracy, and our own security interests depend on the next steps we take. I understand that …

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