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Remarks on Signing the Law Day U.S.A. Proclamation

… freedom fighters. Those brave men are fighting to establish respect for human rights, for democracy, and for the rule of law within their own country. Today the House of Representatives … canceled by the House leadership through a backdoor parliamentary maneuver, then the cause of democracy in Nicaragua and the rule of law will be the greatest casualties. I sincerely hope the …

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Public Papers of Ronald Reagan March 1987

… Board Message to the Congress Transmitting the Annual Report of the National Endowment for Democracy Presidential Determination No. 87 - 10 -- Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic … 5623 -- Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy, 1987 March 25, 1987   Informal Exchange With Reporters March 26, 1987   Informal …

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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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Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Transmitting a Report on Apartheid in South Africa

… progress has been made toward ending the system of apartheid and establishing a nonracial democracy in South Africa. Included is the President's recommendation on which suggested … progress has been made toward ending the system of apartheid and establishing a nonracial democracy in that country. Included also is my recommendation on which suggested additional … take the following steps: -- Bring about reforms leading to the establishment of a nonracial democracy in South Africa . -- Repeal the State of Emergency and respect the principles of equal …

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Remarks by Telephone to the Annual Convention of the Knights of Columbus in Chicago, Illinois

… for freedom. And I know you agree, they deserve our help . To support the freedom fighters and democracy throughout Central America , I've urged Congress to enact a plan to provide Costa Rica … lived in democracies. Today 90 percent live in democracies, or in systems moving toward democracy. As far as 5 years -- few, I should say, as 5 years ago many considered El Salvador … no hope for Honduras and Guatemala. Well, today those nations are democracies. Today, indeed, democracy in Latin America constitutes a swelling and life-giving tide. With our help, it can …

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Remarks at the Annual Meeting of the Boards of Governors of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group

… effort to deal with the debt dilemma. As vexing as our problems are, let no one doubt that democracy works. The unbridled energy of free people is the most powerful, creative, and moral … on the side of the free. In the Western Hemisphere , the 1980's has seen an historic shift to democracy. Today 90 percent of the people of the Western Hemisphere live in countries that are either democratic or in transition to democracy. All who love liberty are heartened by the return to democracy in the Philippines and …

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Toast at a White House Dinner Honoring the Nation's Governors

… her 50 States and 5 territories always shine as the stars in the constellation of freedom and democracy. Audience. Hear! Hear! The President. Thank you all, and God bless you all. Note: The …

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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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Radio Address to the Nation on the Supreme Court Nomination of Robert H. Bork

… appointees to propaganda torture tests does terrible damage to the underlying values of this democracy and the safeguards of our freedoms.'' But despite these courageous words from a few …

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