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Remarks of President Reagan and President Luis Alberto Monge of Costa Rica Following Their Meeting

… that he's going to make that support known to our Congress. We discussed the prospects for democracy in the region. We noted that fair and free elections have been held this year in his … the President that this was a great indication of the sympathy and the support for Costa Rican democracy, that is, the fact that this invitation was extended to me the very day that I took … from the very early days of our country with the United States of America. And so, this small democracy without an army has always been a sincere ally of this great power called the United …

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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for President Salvador Jorge Blanco of the Dominican Republic

… the spirit, courage, and perseverance necessary to build, in your words, ``a true functional democracy in the Caribbean.'' Democracy, as all free people have found, is not the easiest path, but it is the best one. It is … all Americans have a common vision. Your proud independence and the continuing strength of democracy in the Dominican Republic is a tremendous inspiration here and to other people in the …

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Message on the Observance of International Newspaper Carrier Day, October 15, 1983 (10/15/1983)

… that only newspapers bring to our daily lives. As part of the communication industry of our democracy, you play a valuable part in the development of an educated and knowledgeable …

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Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations Fitzwater on the Philippine Military Rebellion

… to continue working closely with President Aquino on behalf of her efforts to strengthen democracy in the Philippines . … Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations …

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Statement by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Speakes on United States Aid to El Salvador

… of the Bipartisan Commission on Central America -- the "Scoop Jackson plan'' -- to advance democracy, peace, and development in Central America. It included a request for $178 million in … people have turned out in massive numbers to register dramatically their hopes and beliefs in democracy, their armed forces are running out of means to defend against Marxist violence. We …

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Letter to Venezuelans on World Peace and the Situation in Central America and the Caribbean

… are equally committed. We have supported and have been encouraged by the striking trend toward democracy in Central America and the Caribbean. Honduras and El Salvador have held free and fair … in the last year, as did traditionally democratic Costa Rica and Colombia. Venezuelan democracy in our judgment continues to provide a worthy model compelling in its vibrancy. The trend toward democracy elsewhere in the hemisphere -- we applaud the return of Bolivia to democratic rule -- …

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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for President Antonio dos Santos Ramalho Eanes of Portugal

… the revolution of April 25th, 1974, Portugal has made great strides in building a vigorous democracy. Today, the fundamental institutions of a democratic country -- an open press, a free … and flourishing. We in the United States recognize, Mr. President, that the establishment of democracy in your country met sharp challenges. Portugal's success in surmounting those … crucial role during these past 9 years. You have stated that Portugal must have an open, clear democracy. And as President, you've labored tirelessly to give Portugal just that. Your efforts …

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Toast at a Luncheon Hosted by President Miguel De la Madrid Hurtado in Mexicali, Mexico

… you recently conducted with a Mexican newspaper. And in it you applauded the progress toward democracy being made throughout Latin America and concluded that the tendency of all the world is to seek democracy. Furthermore, you said, and I quote, ``Regimes of force or authoritarian regimes are not the solution to overcoming economic and social problems in Latin America. Democracy is more effective in accomplishing these aims in a lasting way than the authoritarian …

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Statement on the Comprehensive Anti-Apartheid Act of 1986

… also move forward with positive measures to encourage peaceful change and advance the cause of democracy in South Africa . Now is the time for South Africa 's Government to act with courage and good sense to avert a crisis. Moderate black leaders who are committed to democracy and oppose revolutionary violence are ready to work for peaceful change. They should …

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Letter to the Congressional Leadership on Aid to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… for the Nicaraguan democratic resistance. Our goal in Nicaragua is simple -- peace and democracy. Our policy has consistently supported the efforts of those who seek democracy throughout Central America and who recognize that the freedom fighters are essential to … the national security interests of the United States by strengthening the prospects for democracy in Central America . Sincerely, Ronald Reagan Note: Identical letters were sent to …

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