The President's News Conference
05/09/1985
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Democratic government and economic freedom have turned a number of small nations into economic giants.
If the people know all the facts, the people will never make a mistake.
Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, do hereby proclaim December 10, 1985, as Human Rights Day.
America has, since its founding, been a refuge for those suffering under the yoke of oppression.