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… urged Members of Congress to support it. I'm asking Congress to give this peace initiative and democracy a chance. I'm asking Congress to work with me to stem the flood of refugees, the threat … this small amount, $14 million, for the more than 15,000 Nicaraguans who are struggling for democracy. It is so little, yet such an important symbol of our resolve, a signal to all of … success depends on Congress' prompt release of aid for the Nicaraguan democratic resistance. Democracy and peace deserve a chance. The freedom-loving people of Nicaragua deserve a chance. To …
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… and the United States, I personally thank all involved. Terrorism is the antithesis of democracy. By brutal acts against innocent persons, terrorists seek to exaggerate their strength … the populace, and pressure national leaders to accede to demands conceived in violence. Where democracy seeks to consult the common man on the governance of his nation, terrorism makes war on …
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… this round of elections represents yet another example of the development and consolidation of democracy in Central America . The delegation of U.S. observers will be cochaired by Senator … of elections from 1982 on, repudiating the Communist FMLN and affirming their commitment to democracy. The President strongly supports the people of El Salvador and their democratic …
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… nuclear arsenals. And then in Nicaragua there is the urgent and crucial matter of establishing democracy. In recent weeks the issue in Central America seems at times to have become confused: … Hill for this or that? But the real issue has never changed. The real issue is peace and democracy in Central America and the national security of the United States . As President Arias … Rica has said, there will never be peace in Central America until Nicaragua achieves ``true democracy.'' If the other side wants peace, there's no reason for delay; let them democratize …
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… But competitive elections are, as Secretary Shultz has noted, "a practical yardstick of democracy. They are an inescapable test of public accountability." It is, therefore, U.S. policy … as different as Brazil and Uruguay, Guatemala and Grenada are now also moving toward greater democracy. The result is that more than 90% of the people of Latin America and the Caribbean are … be proud that we are cooperating with them. Freedom is not a zerosum game. Everyone wins when democracy is strengthened. THREATS TO DEMOCRACY Despite this extraordinary pattern of progress, …
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… 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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… to a popular new government were a tribute to the deeply felt Filipino commitment to democracy. The United States moved swiftly to recognize the new democratic government of … United States and the Philippines share the same interest in the preservation of freedom and democracy in the Pacific region. For this reason, I am confident that we will continue to enjoy a … want in the Philippines . Given the Philippine people's deep and demonstrated commitment to democracy, I find it unlikely they would accept a government which included individuals whose …
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… Bolivia's alarming economic decline and the potential threat this repre~~nts to its frag ile democracy. Your renewed efforts to mobilize international support for Bolivia, especially in the … much appreciated. As you know, th e United States Government has strongly supported Bolivian democracy since the restoration of civilian government more than two years ago. Fostering democracy throughout the hemisphere continues to be a principal objective of my administration. …
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… broad-based negotiations for the abolition of apartheid and the establishment of a nonracial democracy in South Africa. … Statement by Assistant to the President for Press Relations …
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… telling you what has happened to them, to their country, and to their hopes for freedom, democracy, and peace. Tomorrow will be an especially poignant anniversary for our democratic … friends. They'll recall the joy that they felt 5 years ago. A dictatorship was defeated, and a democracy was promised for their future by the Sandinistas, who had led the revolution. But the … freedom of worship. And they can agree to abide by the most basic and honorable principle of a democracy: that government must derive its legitimacy from the consent of the governed. All of us …
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