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Proclamation 5793 -- Pan American Day and Pan American Week, 1988

… Western Hemisphere share a unique harmony of ideals -- the love of liberty, independence, and democracy; the willingness to seek these treasures and to preserve them wherever they are found; … States (OAS). The common aspirations of the peoples of the Americas for freedom, independence, democracy, peace, security, and prosperity inspire the OAS, which is charged with upholding and … the Inter-American System. The past decade has witnessed several victories for freedom and democracy in the Americas . Ten years ago, the great majority of Latin Americans lived under …

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Statement on Aid to the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… the Communist Sandinista regime in Nicaragua . Some thought that U.S. forbearance would bring democracy and peace to Nicaragua through negotiations between the resistance and the Sandinista … ago with promises to the Organization of American States -- of establishment of freedom and democracy in Nicaragua . We do not need more pieces of paper bearing empty Sandinista promises … necessities of life deserve the thanks of our nation. The work of AID keeps the chance for democracy alive in Nicaragua. The United States continues to support those fighting for freedom …

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Statement on Senate Approval of United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… 04/23/1985 … April 23, 1985 Tonight the Senate cast an historic vote for freedom and democracy in Central America. A clear majority has spoken in favor of a consistent and effective … ceases to stand by its friends. Today's vote will contribute toward bringing both peace and democracy close to the people of Nicaragua. That vote demonstrates that a direct bipartisan …

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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, presenting award, …

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White House Announcement Concerning the Conference on Free Elections

… U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, will present a paper on elections and democracy at another session. The conference is designed to provide a forum for the exchange of … of the initiative launched by President Reagan on June 8 in London to promote the growth of democracy and peace. At that time, he declared ``we must take actions to assist the campaign for democracy'' and announced the November meeting.   … White House Announcement Concerning the …

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Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives on United States Assistance for the Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance

… Earlier this year the Senate passed a bipartisan program of assistance to keep the hope of democracy alive in Nicaragua. In the House of Representatives many members of both political parties have worked together in support of a program that would promote democracy in Central America and to resolve the internal conflict in Nicaragua. This program is … and in the interest of long-term stability in our hemisphere that we support the forces of democracy in Central America. It is my hope that this message will be received by members of the …

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… 27977 (03) 03/25/1985 … 03/25/1985 … Meeting with the "Concerned Citizens for Democracy," a delegation of private sector leaders from Central and South America … Washington, …

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… C27970 (01) 03/25/1985 … Meeting with the "Concerned Citizens for Democracy," a delegation of private sector leaders from Central and South America … Washington, …

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Address to the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States

… free. It is the story of Raul Alfonsin raising Argentina from defeat and dictatorship to a new democracy. It is the story of Jose Napoleon Duarte, detained, tortured, and exiled after winning … all the valiant statesmen of Central and South America who struggle to establish and maintain democracy in their countries. It is also the story of common people, such as the woman in El … colonial force, and to secure for the people of Nicaragua the fulfillment of the promises of democracy and human rights that were made to the OAS in 1979. We are now at a critical juncture. …

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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for President Raul Alfonsin of Argentina

… the world, there was a strong relationship between freedom and economic development. Democracy frees the spirit of man to achieve, to build, and to create. It's the only system consistent with the decent and humane values at the heart of our societies. Democracy means government derives its just powers from the consent of the governed. It means … but it is the most just, and it brings a better and a freer life for all. The spirit of democracy is not found in great halls or in marching armies but is enshrined in the hearts of the …

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