Violence is the weapon of the weak, and nonviolence is the weapon of the strong.

The main thing is that France and the United States be in total synchronization on alliance problems.

Nicaragua will close a painful chapter in its history and begin a new story, a new life in democracy.

Given the choice, a free and fair choice between democracy and totalitarianism, people all around the world are opting for democracy.

When you do, you'll be doing more than business, because I think you will really be showing the flag for, and your confidence in, democracy itself.

I learned something long ago: Do not intervene in the internal affairs of another country.

No agency of the U.S. Government shall encourage, enter directly into, or commit U.S. firms to any offset arrangement in connection with the sale of defense goods or services to foreign governments.

The business of democracy-building is a task that requires strong and steady support from the private sector.

The United States Government is committed to the principles of free and fair trade.

I think many of our allies look to us as the first among equals.

I have pledged to Mrs. Chamorro that the United States Government would respond in Nicaragua's hour of need.

With democracy at stake, there is simply no time for delay.