11/19/1989
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"You're freedom in action, and you can help others along the path to freedom and democracy."
"Cancellation of these contracts is unnecessary."
"I've really been looking forward to one of the most distinguished duties of this office: the privilege of presenting this nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom."
"I am an optimist about the developments in Eastern Europe."