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Proclamation 5299 -- International Youth Year, 1985

… the world. Their patriotism and commitment to peace with freedom ensure a vigorous American democracy and a safer world in the years ahead. In 1985 the United States joins the celebration …

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Letter to the Presidents of Colombia, Mexico, Panama, and Venezuela on the Central American Peace Proposa

… of all of the twenty-one Contadora objectives. I believe this proposal for peace and democracy in Nicaragua can contribute toward achieving the key objective of national …

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London Economic Summit Conference Declaration on Democratic Values

… in which the human spirit can develop in freedom and diversity. 3. We believe in a system of democracy which ensures genuine choice in elections freely held, free expression of opinion and …

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Remarks at a Fundraising Dinner for the Nicaragua Refugee Fund

… decades. You succeeded; the regime fell. And many rejoiced knowing that true freedom and true democracy would finally rise to take its place. But the new regime became not a democracy but a dictatorship. Communism was embraced, and Nicaragua moved into the Soviet orbit. … Bayardo. Some people say this isn't America's problem. Why should we care if Nicaragua is a democracy or not? Well, we should care for a whole host of reasons. Democracy has its own moral …

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Statement on Signing a Bill Authorizing Fiscal Years 1982 and 1983 Appropriations for Certain Federal Agencies

… accept efforts, whether by international organizations or otherwise, to restrict and weaken democracy in this world by restraining freedom of expression and free speech. S. 1193 also enacts …

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Radio Address to the Nation on Economic Recovery and National Defense

… to protect its vital interests and fulfill its obligations as a trustee of freedom, democracy, and peace. Well, I don't think anyone harbors such illusions anymore. With our friends … this sacred mission. Our country may face enormous challenges, but the great advantage of our democracy is that we do not act from fear or simply respond to threats. We Americans have never …

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Remarks at a United States-France Ceremony Commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the Normandy Invasion, D-day

… into Germany they came not to prey on a brave and defeated people, but to nurture the seeds of democracy among those who yearned to be free again. We salute them today. But, Mr. President, we … be free. Today, in their memory, and for all who fought here, we celebrate the triumph of democracy. We reaffirm the unity of democratic peoples who fought a war and then joined with the …

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Message to the Congress Transmitting a Proposed Initiative for Central America

… in meeting threats to the security of the region. Accordingly, I propose the ``Central America Democracy, Peace and Development Initiative Act of 1984.'' This Act calls for an increased … relief, trade credit insurance, aid for small businesses, and other activities. Because democracy is essential to effective development, special attention will be given to increasing …

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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for Prime Minister Menahem Begin of Israel

… be thousands of miles apart, but we are philosophical neighbors sharing a strong commitment to democracy and the rule of law. What we hold in common are the bonds of trust and friendship, … for all generations to come. Mr. President, Israel is a small country, but a free one. Its democracy was proved time and again -- true democracy. It is an integral part of the free world. It is a faithful and, through each …

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Message to the Congress on Economic Sanctions Against Nicaragua

… opposition and to honor its solemn commitments to non-interference, non-alignment, respect for democracy, and peace. Failure to do so will only diminish the prospects for a peaceful settlement …

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