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Statement on the Assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi of India

… Minister's family as they mourn Mrs. Gandhi's death. As Prime Minister of the world's largest democracy and Chairman of the Non-Aligned Movement, Mrs. Gandhi was a source of global …

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Remarks in an Interview Together With Written Responses to Questions Submitted by Le Point of France, June 23, 1986 (06/23/1986)

… countrymen, Alexis de Tocqueville, visited our young Republic in its infancy and observed our democracy. He was a truly insightful observer of America's destiny. De Tocqueville said that … side in defense of freedom, and we continue to stand together to uphold the common values of democracy and liberty, which we hold dear. During times of troubles we have stood together. You … the people in that country. We want a transition in South Africa that will bring a nonracial democracy in which human rights and free enterprise prosper. I believe that this is in the best …

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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for President J.R. Jayewardene of Sri Lanka

… are on opposite sides of the globe, we share a common bond in the great institution of democracy. Sri Lanka, Mr. President, has a remarkable record among nations which won their … and ethnic groups, we Americans know from experience that there is room for all in a democracy. Dividing your country into separate nations, as some would have you do, is not the … also, Mr. President, just quoted. I pleaded that we should restore to Japan the freedoms of democracy. Those were the ideals which inspired us then and inspire us now. Our history and …

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Remarks at a Spirit of America Festival in Decatur, Alabama

… celebrate those who, in each generation, have protected those ideals and advanced the cause of democracy. I'm trying to smile, but if I appear as if I'm frowning a little bit, it's those TV … up there -- [laughter] -- so I'm not really frowning at all; I'm squinting. But the cause of democracy, that's a subject of high seriousness when, on a night like this, it's hard to be … around certain things: our central belief that all men are created equal and our belief that democracy is the fairest and most honorable political system yet devised by man. And they seemed …

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Toast at the State Dinner in Lisbon, Portugal

… Portugal's past, see your nation setting off on am ambitious new voyage into the future. Your democracy is just a decade old. Already, it has been threatened, but you overcame those threats. … democratic ideals; and you are, once again, expanding the limits of the possible. Portuguese democracy is no longer a risky experiment but a solidly established fact. The spirit of daring is … toast to you, Mr. President, to Portugal, and to the success of Portugal's future of freedom, democracy, and peace. Note: President Reagan spoke at 10:14 p.m. in the Throne Room at Ajuda …

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Address Before a Joint Session of the Congress on Central America

… has been increasing its defense of freedom in the Caribbean Basin. And I can tell you tonight, democracy is beginning to take root in El Salvador, which, until a short time ago, knew only dictatorship. The new government is now delivering on its promises of democracy, reforms, and free elections. It wasn't easy, and there was resistance to many of the … our new administration would be too late to prevent their victory. Well, they learned that democracy cannot be so easily defeated. President Carter did not hesitate. He authorized arms and …

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Statement Reaffirming Support of Statehood for Puerto Rico January 12, 1982 (01/12/1982)

… role in the development of the Caribbean Basin Initiative, and its strong tradition of democracy provides leadership and stability in that region. In statehood, the language and …

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Statement on the 132nd Anniversary of the Birth of Jose Marti

… those celebrating this important and inspiring event. Throughout the struggle for freedom and democracy, men and women of extraordinary dedication have emerged to lead others in the pursuit …

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Tokyo Economic Summit Conference Statement: Looking Forward to a Better Future

… realization in freedom of human potential. Throughout the world we see the powerful appeal of democracy and growing recognition that personal initiative, individual creativity and social … their talents, beliefs, cultures and traditions. In such a world based upon peace, freedom and democracy, the ideals of social justice can be realized and employment opportunities can be …

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Remarks at a Celebration Sponsored by the Caribbean Basin Initiative Coalition

… deserve our cooperation. We share a commitment to freedom and independence. The idea of democracy is strong there. Over two-thirds of the countries in the area are democracies. In Central America democracy has made great strides and inspired enthusiasm, as was clear in the massive vote in El …

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