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… held firm in their commitment to dignity and freedom. While still in its infancy, your young democracy withstood a serious challenge from an external force that still threatens other … spread to our shores of hostile totalitarian systems and in our dedication to true liberty and democracy. Venezuela's development program, particularly in the Caribbean region, is an example … your nation's commitment to principle. There you stated, ``Venezuelans believe in and practice democracy. We do not attempt to impose our own values and concepts of society on anyone, but we …
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… of the progress we have made. Our domestic policies are based on a free market economy and democracy for most personal inititative and the creation of new businesses. Our growth rate has … our two countries, because, like you, we hold particularly dear ideals of peace, liberty, democracy, progress, and moral values, as well as social justice. Like you, we, too, condemn …
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… nominee of the Democratic Party and his running mate could have asked the Speaker to give democracy a chance -- could have, but didn't. They, too, said no. All this has gotten me to … One thing is sure: Harry Truman wasn't afraid of the American people. He wasn't afraid of democracy, of putting issues to the test of a vote. Were he with us now, I think he would relish …
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… it received in the past damaged its image. The permanent position of Costa Rica in favor of democracy and against all despotism of any ideological side gives an extraordinary moral force to … an army. We believe we deserve more, and more permanent support on behalf of the American democracy. True, the relationship with our country has been respectful without the incidents and …
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… country to be secure, which is why we've been so concerned about events in Central America . Democracy has been progressing in that region, but one area where totalitarianism has a foothold … for freedom in Nicaragua at the mercy of the Communist regime and expect the process toward democracy to move ahead. And already we can see warning signs. In just 2 short weeks, the …
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… in Central America and South America are finding that the consensus building inherent in a democracy offers a firm foundation for responding to economic and other crises. So although … a landmark election during a period of severe economic problems is a clear indication that democracy can not only be maintained but advanced, even during times of economic difficulty. U.S. … growth. Perhaps the most encouraging trend at work in the hemisphere is the movement toward democracy. We firmly support this trend, and through my trip, I hope to make that support clear …
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… from recess. Now, let me give you the encouraging news about our proposal for peace and democracy in Nicaragua. As you know, we've asked both sides -- the Communists and the democratic … in a time of hope for all who yearn for freedom. And around the world, those who support democracy are rallying to support our proposal. I ask only that the Members of our own Congress …
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… their countries. Today, Hispanics carry on the dream of freedom throughout the hemisphere, and democracy is enjoying a broad resurgence. The Spanish names bestowed on so many of our cities, …
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… take place. If the House votes to give the Nicaraguan resistance the support we've proposed, democracy in that nation can be given a chance. Again and again, the freedom fighters have proven … no. The Catholic Church in Nicaragua supports an internal reconciliation aimed at achieving democracy. The Communists have rejected this plan. The Contadora nations have backed a negotiated peace based, again, upon internal reconciliation and democracy. The Sandinistas have refused to grant these proposals serious consideration. The …
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… of our veterans to an America that today is an example to all nations of freedom, liberty, and democracy. On this day, let us give special consideration to those who have died in our Nation's …
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