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We celebrate that achievement and we seek to further solidify the pillars of democracy: fair and free elections, the independent operation of the legislative and executive branches, an independent judiciary, respect for civil society, and the ability of the press to operate freely.

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Menendez outlines the key elements necessary to strengthen democracy.

06/29/2011

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