This peaceful transfer of power is one of the hallmarks of a true democracy.

This election gives us all reason to be proud of our democracy and our country.

We will continue to stand with the democratically-elected government of Afghanistan as they find the perpetrators of this heinous attack and bring them to justice.

America and Italy are working with other nations to fight terror and maintain stability and secure their democratic future.

I want to thank your family as well as all the other families who are standing by the—those who wear the uniform, as this Nation continues to defend her own security and defend young democracies.

We strongly support your democracy.

You’re doing well, but there’s always more to do when you’re building a democracy.

Democracy is always a work in progress, including ours.

This young democracy is beginning to gain confidence and make progress.

Democracy is a commitment by government and by people.

We give thanks for the freedoms we enjoy.

He has done more for Democracy in Pakistan than any modern leader has.

Your accomplishments will remind us that freedom of thought and freedom of expression are two pillars of our democracy.

Free and fair elections require the lifting of the state of emergency.

The ultimate goal is not to punish the people of Pakistan; it's to help them get back on a path to democracy.

Our Nation remains committed to the advance of freedom and democracy as the great alternatives to repression and radicalism.

Approval of this agreement will also send a strong signal that we are willing to support those who share our values of economic freedom and democracy.

I believe the United States wants you to have the elections as scheduled and take your uniform off.