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… Salvadorans of widely differing political views have joined together in a process of building democracy which has moved successfully through the stages of elections for a constituent assembly … share with other countries of the Americas a fundamental interest in the strengthening of democracy and the firm rejection in this hemisphere of any form of totalitarianism or outside interference in the affairs of sovereign nations. Democracy enhances their individual and collective security. Democratic neighbors are peaceful …
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… America 08/13/1986 … August 13, 1986 Today the Senate made an historic vote in favor of democracy. The Senate has given bipartisan approval to $100 million for the freedom fighters in … supports the goals recommended by the National Bipartisan Commission on Central America : democracy, economic well-being, defense against Communist aggression, and pursuit of verifiable …
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… The ideals of human liberty are themselves powerful weapons in the world competition between democracy and totalitarianism. Thus, it is fitting that Americans from all walks of life and many … It is becoming clearer every day, especially to emerging countries in the Third World, that democracy is not only the best path to freedom but, also, the most effective way of achieving economic progress. Democracy is the way to a more peaceful world. The ultimate goal of Peace Through Strength Week …
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… communism beyond its borders. The true heroes of the Nicaraguan struggle -- non-Communist, democracy-loving revolutionaries -- saw their revolution betrayed and took up arms against the … again in the course of our history, we've aided those around the world struggling for freedom, democracy, independence, and liberation from tyranny. In the 19th century, we supported Simon … It's not in the American tradition to turn away. And lucky for us that those who loved democracy 200 years ago didn't turn away from us. Most of us know of the heroism of Lafayette, …
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… These murders bring home to all of us the troubles and threats that the new Philippine democracy faces. Twenty months ago, we applauded as President Corazon Aquino's peaceful … in the Philippines remains the Communist insurgency. As a result of the restoration of democracy, that insurgency has lost political momentum; still it continues, becoming more violent … five attempted coups since taking office. I've made it clear to all concerned that Filipino democracy and President Aquino have America 's full support. We hope all elements in the …
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… was informed that he was expressing the Communist viewpoint. And I think, again, a tribute to democracy -- he was allowed to do so here in this democracy. We wouldn't be allowed to do so in a Communist country. [ Applause ] Thank you. Thank … and Costa Ricans -- we are all of the New World. Our people live the peaceful revolution of democracy, secure under the rule of law and prospering through economic freedom. But there are …
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… White House. And I want to express my deepest appreciation to you, the Concerned Citizens for Democracy; to Carlos Perez, who helped you organize your Spirit of Freedom Flight; and to the … us and our Congress the most compelling truth of our time: the dream of a bright future for democracy, economic progress, and stability in this hemisphere. And it's all within our grasp. … America. The Soviets' plan is designed to crush self-determination of free people, to crush democracy in Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Panama. It's a plan to turn …
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… 06/12/1985 … June 12, 1985 Today the House of Representatives took an historic vote to support democracy and liberty in Central America. A clear bipartisan majority has shown that our nation … vote last week to support, with humanitarian assistance, those risking their lives for democracy. Both houses and both sides of the aisle have now demonstrated American resolve to …
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… almost fatalistic acceptance of Communist victory in that country -- if not the whole region. Democracy, it was said, couldn't work in El Salvador. The people were too poor. They had no democratic tradition. They didn't want the chance for democracy that we offered; in fact, their sympathies lay with the Communist guerrillas, we were … turned out in record numbers, standing in line for hours waiting to vote -- to vote for democracy. Congressional observers in that national election told me of a woman who was wounded …
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… Greeting of National Officers of the Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW and winners of the Voice of Democracy Scholarship Programs … Washington, DC … speaking at the podium … State Dining Room … …
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