Ronald Reagan actually said...

We in the United States recognize, Mr. President, that the establishment of democracy in your country met sharp challenges.

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

09/14/1983

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