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Toasts at a Dinner Honoring the Nation's Governors

… to move forward. Governor Snelling put it very well when he said, ``Either you believe in democracy or you don't.'' Well, I do, and I know you do, too. Our program for economic recovery … of years. So, now I ask you to join me in a toast that we can all drink to, those ideals of democracy and to our partnership for progress through which we will make them live again. Thank …

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Remarks Following Discussions With President Chun Doo Hwan of the Republic of Korea

… President Chun explained the steps his government has taken to further promote freedom and democracy. I welcomed the considerable progress that has already been made and expressed … the unwavering and dedicated efforts of President Reagan to safeguard world peace and promote democracy everywhere. I wish to extend my sincere appreciation to His Excellency Ronald Reagan …

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Statement on the Situation in Cyprus

… at stake. Greek security needs deserve to be fully met. And Turkey -- working to strengthen democracy, curb terrorism, and defend NATO along its vast common border with the Soviet Union -- …

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Remarks at the Presentation Ceremony for the 1982 Freedoms Foundation American Friendship Medal to Prime Minister Edward Philip George Seaga of Jamaica

… with the American people. Politically, we share a common political system -- parliamentary democracy. And this system is based on a common devotion to the principle enshrined in the … of our beliefs. And in doing so, we have been able to preserve our own country for freedom and democracy. I accept your award in demonstration of the precept that the quality of freedom cannot …

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Toast at a Dinner Hosted by Brazilian President Joao Baptista de Oliveira Figueiredo in Brasilia

… people around the world are tremendously encouraged by your stable transition back to democracy. History proves that the freer a people become, the more their creative energies are … touched on this last year when you outlined your commitment to representative government. ``Democracy,'' you said ``is none other than a system in which every individual has the chance to … of Bolivia [Bogota] 1 -that's where I'm going -- to the people of Brazil, and to the dream of democracy and peace here in the Western Hemisphere. 1 White House correction. Note: The President …

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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for President Miguel De la Madrid Hurtado of Mexico

… beliefs suggest that a lasting peace for Central America must be based on the principles of democracy, on economic development that expands opportunity for all people, on … will do what it can. It will go the extra mile to find peaceful solutions and to protect democracy and independence in the hemisphere. Cooperation and respect between the United States … in their social and economic development programs and encourage their efforts to build democracy and respect human rights. To that end, let us apply the principles and rules of …

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Remarks at the Annual Republican Senate/House Fundraising Dinner

… have been in power so long they've forgotten the basic courtesies due their opponents in a democracy. Suppose we just teach them a few manners in 1986. [Laughter] But we're up against a … been winning with spending and tax cuts, tax reform, strengthened defenses, and support for democracy around the world. But then we were bucking a 4-year trend when we came into office, … we know is right, and I think every American knows in his heart that supporting freedom and democracy is right. I'm convinced that last month's vote against the freedom fighters in …

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Remarks at a White House Luncheon for Elected Republican Women Officials

… it's in the legislatures or in other State and local offices, you're on the frontlines of democracy. You're making the difference. And what I want to see is the number of Republican women … for mankind. From Central America to Africa to the Middle East, we're working hard to support democracy and to build peace. In Lebanon, the peaceful process has been painfully slow, but we …

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Remarks on Signing the National Tourism Week Proclamation

… no better way to promote international understanding and good will, or to explain freedom and democracy, than through travel and tourism. And when you celebrate National Tourism Week, I hope …

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Remarks at a Fundraising Dinner for Howard University

… is good enough to govern another man without that other's consent. This expresses my idea of democracy. Whatever differs from this is no democracy. In the years that followed, Howard has fulfilled its mission -- sending its trained …

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