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Remarks at the Annual Conservative Political Action Conference Dinner

… and goes only with the carrot. The effect of this vote then was to trust the promises of democracy of the Sandinista Communists -- the kind of promises that no Communist regime in … out only under continued pressure. The effect of this vote was to rest the hopes for peace and democracy in Central America purely and simply on the word of the Communist regime in Managua . … in return, noblesse oblige, he won't try to annex anything and will work with me for a world democracy and peace.'' Well, no, there is no room for illusion. Our guard is up. Our watch is …

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Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session With Area Junior High School Students

… for the world. This is true not just in the many countries that have turned from despotism to democracy these last years, it's also true even where it's least apparent. It's remarkable to … feet of our Founding Fathers when they try to counterfeit the practices and institutions of democracy in order to claim legitimacy for their ruling their people. Dictators today from … by the rest of the world. But America 's world leadership goes well beyond the tide toward democracy. We also find that more countries than ever before are following America 's …

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Message to the Congress on "A Quest for Excellence''

… steps to sustain the traditional cultural and moral values that are the bedrock of American democracy. We must renew our belief in the dignity of self-supporting individuals and families, … more than a sound military balance. That is why, in the same spirit of realism, we encourage democracy, freedom, and respect for human rights by all nations. In this decade democracy has been on the march. Country after country has joined those nations where the people …

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Remarks on the 750th Anniversary of the Founding of Berlin

… compelling argument for an open world. We're reminded of the many traditions of openness and democracy that have marked the history of this city. America -- missed me! [referring to a loud …

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1988 Legislative and Administrative Message: A Union of Individuals

… It gives me pride to report that our mutual efforts are being rewarded with a new growth of democracy and a renewed respect around the world for this country and what it stands for. At home … Packard Commission) and especially those recommendations having government-wide effect. C. Democracy and Freedom America 's goal is both peace and freedom. Americans have always believed … fortunate few but of all mankind. And we are inspired in this period by the stirring sight of democracy flourishing anew in many regions of the world -- from Latin America to the Philippines …

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Remarks at a Luncheon Hosted by the Heritage Foundation

… fighters, there would be no Arias peace plan, there would be no negotiations and no hope for democracy in Nicaragua . An entrenched, hostile, Communist regime in Nicaragua would be an … waiting game. They will have no incentive to negotiate, no incentive to make real steps toward democracy. If we're serious about this peace process, we must keep the freedom fighters alive and …

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Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi of India

… that are drawing our two societies into closer collaboration. Our shared dedication to democracy is paramount among these currents. We're also building on a strong foundation of …

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Remarks at a Fundraising Reception for Senator Chic Hecht of Nevada

… warning that an end to congressional aid would set back, not advance, the cause of peace and democracy in Nicaragua . Preparations for the incursion were continuing when Sandinista mobs were …

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Remarks on Signing the Captive Nations Week Proclamation

… liberation sweep the globe. America will continue to encourage the movement toward freedom, democracy, and reform by holding firm to our principles and speaking openly and truthfully about …

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Remarks at a White House Briefing for Conservative Political Leaders

… principles, that has embraced a forward strategy for freedom, that will proclaim the gospel of democracy and liberty from every mountaintop, and that in this world, this dangerous place, knows …

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