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Proclamation 5615 -- National Year of the Americas, 1987

… nations have expressed their determination, through the ballot box, to turn from oligarchy to democracy. The time is right for our countries to defend and work to extend democracy and respect for human rights throughout the hemisphere. The tenth Pan American Games, …

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Statement on the 44th Session of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights

… at a critical time, when conditions for freedom have seldom been more favorable. The spread of democracy and free elections in Latin America and Asia and the desire for free markets and human … and Nicaragua, where governmental repression is a way of life. As the trend toward democracy throughout the world continues to gain momentum, we welcome the efforts of the United …

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Statement Following a Meeting With Austrian Chancellor Franz Vranitzky

… and Austria will remain close friends. We both share a strong commitment to human rights and democracy. I also told the Chancellor that Austria has every reason to be proud of its record …

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Message on the Observance of Cinco de Mayo, 1988

… belief in liberty and independence. Today, Cinco de Mayo stands as a symbol of the love of democracy and freedom which continues to burn in the hearts of men and women throughout the …

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Statement on the Haitian Elections

… and -- most importantly -- the Haitian people have moved resolutely towards the goal of true democracy. The path has not been easy or smooth. We, along with other friends of Haiti , have …

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Toasts at the State Dinner For President Chaim Herzog of Israel

… has never lost sight of its destiny to be a nation of free people living by the principles of democracy. Israel 's vibrant democracy offers the best and strongest rejoinder to those who denigrate its achievements or who … is really quite special. I do not know whether history has another example of a great, free democracy extending so broad a hand of friendship to a young, although also very old, state so …

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Remarks to Media Executives at a White House Briefing on Nicaragua

… that the Sandinistas signed on to the Guatemala accord and once again pledged themselves to democracy. And since then, two deadlines have passed. Neither were met. And last January, the … if we removed all the pressure on the Sandinistas they would somehow then move to peace and democracy has been proven false.'' Well, the fact is that it is only strong pressure on the … issue is not whether it's the popular thing, but whether it's the right thing. Standing up for democracy, supporting freedom against communism, is the right thing. I know you've closely …

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Toasts at the State Dinner for President Kenan Evren of Turkey

… shed blood together in Korea . Americans have been proud to help Turkey in securing its democracy and seeking prosperity. Our aspirations for our partnership remain large: peace, … but also on common values embedded in the principles of respect for human rights, freedom, and democracy. We in Turkey are proud that, like other NATO countries with whom we share a common destiny, we have succeeded in establishing a democracy with all its institutions based on respect for human rights. Though this characteristic …

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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for President Kenan Evren of Turkey

… as well. And I might say , Americans have admired the way that Turkey pulled itself back to democracy when challenged by the violent forces of terrorism and anarchy a decade ago. We are … serve us well. It cannot be otherwise, for at the root of our relationship are common goals: democracy, peace, and security for our peoples. And now, Mr. President, I have the honor of … Korea , I assure you that the dedication of the Turkish people to the principle of freedom and democracy remains as undiminished today as it did 40 years ago. Mr. President, my visit to your …

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Statement on the 40th Anniversary of the Truman Doctrine

… The Truman doctrine was rooted in a fundamental assumption as true now as in 1947: A healthy democracy in the United States requires strong democratic partners in the world. Its purpose was …

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