The President's News Conference
11/18/1986
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This legislation isn't a civil rights bill.
Rejection of the agreement would undercut overall relations with Japan and weaken our influence over Japan's future nuclear program.
We hope with the Afghan people that it will see the complete withdrawal of Soviet troops and self-determination for the people of Afghanista...
Our commitment to the freedom of the Afghan people will not end should the Soviets withdraw.