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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 27, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Polish-American Week
We have reviewed the Presidential remarks for Polish-
American Week and have included our comments on the attached
draft. As indicated on page four, the composition of the
delegation may change.
If you have any questions or we can help in any other
way, please let me know.
Attachment
c: James W. Cicconi
I :6v 0E 100 68
085421SS
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
10/26/89
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/27/89 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Friday, October 27, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
October 26, 1989
1989 OCT 26 PM 6: 15
Draft Two
POLAND
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
11:30 A.M.
Secretary Dole, Secretary Mosbacher, Secretary Yeutter.
Chairman Boskin. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion -- the
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
A great Polish anthem was referring to this voice when it
proclaimed, "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms --
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
-- by word and by deed.
That is why on April 17, at Hamtramck, on the day of the
signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
sector loans and investments. And why, during my visit to Poland
in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
3.
In Paris this summer, I proposed and our Economic Summit
partners agreed on a plan for concerted Western action. And in
September, we asked Congress for a $100 million Enterprise Fund
for Poland. And extended another $100 million in emergency food
aid for Poland in the coming fiscal year.
A good beginning? Yes. But Poland doesn't need quick fixes
or one-time gestures. Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
and concerted Western action in support of its democratic
transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
Accordingly, last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them. They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
partners to make major contributions to this fund, since the
effort will work only if fully funded.
And second, I announced that we would send to Warsaw a
Presidential mission including U.S. officials, business leaders,
4
and experts to help ensure that Poland's economic recovery
becomes reality. And assess how the United States can best help
Poland help itself.
Today, I am pleased to announce that this mission will begin
Check
with
November 15. It will be led by Secretary of Commerce Mosbacher,
NSC
Secretary of Labor Dole, Secretary of Agriculture Yeutter, and
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
joined by at least fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers,
economists, and other experts from the U.S. private sector.
Several of them are in the audience today:
,
, and
.
Our team will meet with the key ministers of the Polish
government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
U.S. expertise can make a difference -- such as agriculture,
business management, and financial services. And study the
structural economic changes Poland will face in the years ahead.
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # # #
085421SS
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
10/26/89
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/27/89 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE N/C
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT Senclosed comments
PORTER N/C
butgen scow. has
signed them
DARMAN
ROGICH
N/C
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
PINKERTON N/C
FITZWATER
Boskin
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Friday, October 27, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
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James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
October 26, 1989
1989 OCT 26 PM 6: 15
Draft Two
POLAND
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PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
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Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion -- the
adminal
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
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peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
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But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
tide
and liberty
elsewhere, the tide toward oppressions, is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running coming in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
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NATIONAL
A great Polish anthem was referring to this voice when it
proclaimed, "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
made
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms --
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
-- by word and by deed.
That is why on April 17, at Hamtramck, on the day of the
signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
sector loans and investments. And why, during my visit to Poland
in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
3
In Paris this summer, I proposed and our Economic Summit
partners agreed on a plan for concerted Western action. And in
September, we asked Congress for a $100 million Enterprise Fund
for Poland. And extended another $100 million in emergency food
aid for Poland in the coming fiscal year
A good beginning? Yes. But Poland doesn't need quick fixes
or one-time gestures. Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
and concerted Western action in support of its democratic
transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
Accordingly, last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them. They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
partners to make major contributions to this fund, since the
effort will work only if fully funded.
And second, I announced that we would send to Warsaw a
and labor
Presidential mission including U.S. officials, business, leaders,
4
and experts to help ensure that Poland's economic recovery
becomes reality. And assess how the United States can best help
Poland help itself.
Today, I am pleased to announce that this mission will begin
November
15
It will be led by Secretary of Commerce Mosbacher,
Secretary of Labor Dole, Secretary of Agriculture Yeutter and
accompanied
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
joined by at least fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers, labor
leaders
economists, and other experts from the U.S. private sector.
withme on the dias today.
Several of them are in the audience todays um
Our team will meet with the key ministers of the Polish
government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
U.S. expertise can make a difference -- such as agriculture,
explore ways to assist
business management, and financial services. And study the
Poland's move toward fiscal and monetary Stability, price reform and
structural economic changes Poland will face in the years ahead.
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # # #
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October 26, 1989
Draft Two
POLAND
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PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
11:30 A.M.
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Chairman Boskin. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion -- the
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
sab
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
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women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
The National
2
A great Polish / anthem was referring to this voice when it
proclaimed, "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
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Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms --
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
-- by word and by deed.
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That is why on April 17, at Hamtramack, on the day of the
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signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
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in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
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or one-time gestures. Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
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transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
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successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
Accordingly, last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
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First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant) --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
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requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
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and experts to help ensure that Poland's economic recovery
becomes reality. And assess how the United States can best help
Poland help itself.
Today, I am pleased to announce that this mission will begin
November 15. It will be led by Secretary of Commerce Mosbacher
Secretary of Labor Dole, Secretary of Agriculture Yeutter, and
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
joined by at least<fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers,
economists, and other experts from the U.S. private sector.
Several of them are in the audience today:
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Our team will meet with the key ministers of the Polish
experts
government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
U.S. expertise can make a difference -- such as agriculture
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business management, and financial services. And study the
structural economic changes Poland will face in the years ahead
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 27, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
Deputy Assistant to the President for
Communications
FROM:
BRENT O. HATCH
But
Associate Counsel to the President
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks -- Polish-American Week
Counsel's office has reviewed the above-referenced remarks. We
have no legal objections.
Thank you for the opportunity to review this matter.
CC: James W. Cicconi
085421SS
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
10/26/89
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/27/89 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Friday, October 27, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
1989 OCT 26 PM 6: 15
October 26, 1989
Draft Two
POLAND
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
11:30 A.M.
Secretary Dole, Secretary Mosbacher, Secretary Yeutter.
Chairman Boskin. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion -- the
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
A great Polish anthem was referring to this voice when it
proclaimed, "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms --
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
-- by word and by deed.
That is why on April 17, at Hamtramck, on the day of the
signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
sector loans and investments. And why, during my visit to Poland
in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
3
In Paris this summer, I proposed and our Economic Summit
partners agreed on a plan for concerted Western action. And in
September, we asked Congress for a $100 million Enterprise Fund
for Poland. And extended another $100 million in emergency food
aid for Poland in the coming fiscal year.
A good beginning? Yes. But Poland doesn't need quick fixes
or one-time gestures. Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
and concerted Western action in support of its democratic
transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
Accordingly, last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them. They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
partners to make major contributions to this fund, since the
effort will work only if fully funded.
And second, I announced that we would send to Warsaw a
Presidential mission including U.S. officials, business leaders,
4
and experts to help ensure that Poland's economic recovery
becomes reality. And assess how the United States can best help
Poland help itself.
Today, I am pleased to announce that this mission will begin
November 15. It will be led by Secretary of Commerce Mosbacher,
Secretary of Labor Dole, Secretary of Agriculture Yeutter, and
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
joined by at least fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers,
economists, and other experts from the U.S. private sector.
Several of them are in the audience today:
1
, and
.
Our team will meet with the key ministers of the Polish
government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
U.S. expertise can make a difference -- such as agriculture,
business management, and financial services. And study the
structural economic changes Poland will face in the years ahead.
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # ( # #
10/27
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Chairman Boskin. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion marking
the conclusion of
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
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A great Polish anthem was referring to this voice] when it
proclaimed, S "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
children
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
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In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms ---
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
--- by word and by deed.
That is why on April 17, at Hamtramck, on the day of the
signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
there
sector loans and investments/ And why, during my visit to Poland
an additional
in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
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In Paris this summer, I proposed and our Economic Summit
partners agreed on a plan for concerted Western action. And in
September, we asked Congress for a $100 million Enterprise Fund
for Poland. And extended another $100 million in emergency food
aid for Poland in the coming fiscal year.
A good beginning? Yes. But Poland doesn't need quick fixes
or time gestures] Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
and concerted Western action in support of its democratic
transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
[Accordingly] last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them. They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
partners to make major contributions to this fund, since the
effort will work only if fully funded.
And second, I announced that we would send to Warsaw a
Presidential mission including U.S. officials, business leaders,
4
and experts to help ensure that Poland's economic recovery
becomes reality. And assess how the United States can best help
Poland help itself.
Today, I am pleased to announce that this mission will begin
November 15. It will be led by Secretary of Commerce Mosbacher,
Secretary of Labor Dole, Secretary of Agriculture Yeutter and
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
joined by at least fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers,
labor leaders
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government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
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business management, and financial services. And study the
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structural economic changes 6 Poland will face in the years ahead.
needed to make Poland prosper.
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically --- for more than 200 years --- and
Chicago
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
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the White House. And to an occasion -- the celebration of
Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two peoples bound
affection
by admiration and love.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
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The great Polish patriot Thadeus Kosciouske termed this
voice "a ballad for the ages." And today it lifts the shop-
keepers of Buffalo. And the factory workers in Poznan. The
small girl I saw on a street corner in Gdansk -- tearful, joyous;
an American flag stretched upward from her hand -- she, too, knew
that voice. And so does the aging woman in Chicago, teaching her
grandkids the languages of the two countries she adores. She is
the voice of Poland -- resolute and proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
Solidarity-led
forming a new government -- the first non-Communist government in
Eastern Europe in more than forty years -- Poland herself has
a new beginning.
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moved toward greater liberalization. Beginning the political
changes are leading to dramatic
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the first, our Administration has supported them -- by word and
by deed.
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struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
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Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
11:30 A.M.
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Secretary Dole, Secretary Mosbacher, Ambassador Yeider.
Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, friends. Welcome to
the White House. And to an occasion -- the celebration of
Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two peoples bound
by admiration and love.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
presdom
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
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I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
The great Polish patriot Thadeus Kosciousko termed this
voice "a ballad for the ages. And today it lifts the shop-
keepers of Buffalo. And the factory workers in Poznan. The
small girl I saw on a street corner in Gdansk -- tearful, joyous;
an American flag stretched upward from her hand -- she, too, knew
that voice. And so does the aging woman in Chicago, teaching her
grandkids the languages of the two countries she adores. She is
the voice of Poland -- resolute and proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new government -- the first non-Communist government in
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struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
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DATE:
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PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
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Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Friday, October 27, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
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Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
October 26, 1989
1989 OCT 26 PM 6: 15
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POLAND
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
11:30 A.M.
Secretary Dole, Secretary Mosbacher, Secretary Yeutter.
Chairman Boskin. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion -- the
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
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But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
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elsewhere, the tide toward oppressions is running going out. The tide
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toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
main
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as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
A great Polish anthem was referring to this voice when it
proclaimed, "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
made
molen
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
X3060
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms --
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
-- by word and by deed.
That is why on April 17, at Hamtramck, on the day of the
signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
sector loans and investments. And why, during my visit to Poland
in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
3
In Paris this summer, I proposed and our Economic Summit
partners agreed on a plan for concerted Western action. And in
September, we asked Congress for a $100 million Enterprise Fund
for Poland. And extended another $100 million in emergency food
aid for Poland in the coming fiscal year.
A good beginning? Yes. But Poland doesn't need quick fixes
or one-time gestures. Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
and concerted Western action in support of its democratic
transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
Accordingly, last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them. They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
partners to make major contributions to this fund, since the
effort will work only if fully funded.
And second, I announced that we would send to Warsaw a
Presidential mission including U.S. officials, business leaders,
4
and experts to help ensure that Poland's economic recovery
becomes reality. And assess how the United States can best help
Poland help itself.
Today, I am pleased to announce that this mission will begin
November 15. It will be led by Secretary of Commerce Mosbacher,
Secretary of Labor Dole, Secretary of Agriculture Yeutter, and
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
joined by at least fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers,
economists, and other experts from the U.S. private sector.
Several of them are in the audience today:
,
, and
.
Our team will meet with the key ministers of the Polish
government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
U.S. expertise can make a difference -- such as agriculture,
business management, and financial services. And study the
structural economic changes Poland will face in the years ahead.
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # # #
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Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
10/26/89
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/27/89 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Friday, October 27, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
7/89
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
Da
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
October 26, 1989
1989 OCT 26 PM 6: 15
Draft Two
POLAND
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
11:30 A.M.
Secretary Dole, Secretary Mosbacher, Secretary Yeutter.
Chairman Boskin. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion -- the
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
A great Polish anthem was referring to this voice when it
proclaimed, "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms --
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
-- by word and by deed.
That is why on April 17, at Hamtramck, on the day of the
signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
sector loans and investments. And why, during my visit to Poland
in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
3
In Paris this summer, I proposed and our Economic Summit
partners agreed on a plan for concerted Western action. And in
September, we asked Congress for a $100 million Enterprise Fund
for Poland. And extended another $100 million in emergency food
aid for Poland in the coming fiscal year.
A good beginning? Yes. But Poland doesn't need quick fixes
or one-time gestures. Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
and concerted Western action in support of its democratic
transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
Accordingly, last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them. They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
partners to make major contributions to this fund, since the
effort will work only if fully funded.
And second, I announced that we would send to Warsaw a
and
Labor
Presidential mission including U.S. officials, business, leaders,
4
and experts to help ensure that Poland's economic recovery
becomes reality. And assess how the United States can best help
Poland help itself.
Today, I am pleased to announce that this mission will begin
November 15. It will be led by Secretary of Commerce Mosbacher
and
accompanied
Secretary of Labor Dole, Secretary of Agriculture Yeutter and
by.
the
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
joined by at least fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers,
Viabor
Lear
&
economists, and other experts from the U.S. private sector.
Several of them are in the audience today:
,
, and
.
Our team will meet with the key ministers of the Polish
government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
U.S. expertise can make a difference -- such as agriculture,
business management, and financial services. And study the
structural economic changes Poland will face in the years ahead.
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do SO now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
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DATE:
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SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ACTION FYI
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VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
CARD
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REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Friday, October 27, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
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James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Baskin
(Smith/Blessey)
October 26, 1989
Draft Two
POLAND
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PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
11:30 A.M.
Secretary Dole, Secretary Mosbacher, Secretary Yeutter.
Its always a pleasure to see Lane kukland and
Bob
Chairman Boskin. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
Georgine
Eugle Johnson and other
Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion -- the
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
A great Polish anthem was referring to this voice when it
proclaimed, "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms --
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
-- by word and by deed.
That is why on April 17, at Hamtramck, on the day of the
signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
sector loans and investments. And why, during my visit to Poland
in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
3
In Paris this summer, I proposed and our Economic Summit
partners agreed on a plan for concerted Western action. And in
September, we asked Congress for a $100 million Enterprise Fund
for Poland. And extended another $100 million in emergency food
aid for Poland in the coming fiscal year.
A good beginning? Yes. But Poland doesn't need quick fixes
or one-time gestures. Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
and concerted Western action in support of its democratic
transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
Accordingly, last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them. They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
partners to make major contributions to this fund, since the
effort will work only if fully funded.
And second, I announced that we would send to Warsaw a
Presidential mission including U.S. officials, business leaders,
4
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solid support
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
by
joined by at least fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers,
economists, and other experts from the U.S. private sector.
Several of them are in the audience today:
,
, and
.
Our team will meet with the key ministers of the Polish
government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
U.S. expertise can make a difference -- such as agriculture,
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structural economic changes Poland will face in the years ahead.
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as. we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # # #
(Smith/Blessey)
October 26, 1989
Draft Two
POLAND
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
POLISH-AMERICAN WEEK
ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989
11:30 A.M.
Secretary Dole, Secretary Mosbacher, Secretary Yeutter.
Chairman Boskin. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. And to an occasion -- the
celebration of Polish-American Heritage Month -- which links two
peoples bound by admiration and affection.
In one sense, we meet this morning to salute the values
which unite the United States and Poland. Values like faith in
God, respect for family and hard work, and the belief that free
expression will conquer tyranny.
But in a larger way, we're here to honor the tide toward
democracy these values make possible. For in Poland, as
elsewhere, the tide toward oppression is running out. The tide
toward liberty is running in. The voice of freedom is the voice
of Poland. And the voice of Poland is the voice of tomorrow.
I heard that voice last week when I visited Costa Rica. And
as I did when I visited Poland last July. Heard brave men and
women proclaim the dignity of the individual. And demand the
opportunity and self-government that make all things posssible
for a Nation, and a people.
2
A great Polish anthem was referring to this voice when it
proclaimed, "Poland is not lost while Poles still live." And
today it stirs the shop-keepers of Buffalo. And the factory
workers in Poznan. The small girl I saw on a street corner in
Gdansk -- tearful, joyous; an American flag stretched upward from
her hand -- she, too, knew that voice. And so does the aging
woman in Chicago, teaching her grandkids the languages of the two
countries she loves. She is the voice of Poland -- resolute and
proud.
In recent months, this voice has found new power. For by
forming a new Solidarity-led government -- the first non-
Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than forty years
-- Poland herself has moved toward a new beginning. Historic
political changes are leading to dramatic economic reforms --
building new foundations of hope and prosperity; opening new
boundaries of market and mind.
Let me say: We are inspired by these historic changes. And
also add: From the first, our Administration has supported them
-- by word and by deed.
That is why on April 17, at Hamtramck, on the day of the
signing of the Roundtable Agreement in Poland, we announced a
series of initiatives to open U.S. markets and encourage private
sector loans and investments. And why, during my visit to Poland
in July, we announced a broad package of measures to assist
Poland's economic and political revival.
3
In Paris this summer, I proposed and our Economic Summit
partners agreed on a plan for concerted Western action. And in
September, we asked Congress for a $100 million Enterprise Fund
for Poland. And extended another $100 million in emergency food
aid for Poland in the coming fiscal year.
A good beginning? Yes. But Poland doesn't need quick fixes
or one-time gestures. Poland needs -- and will have -- sustained
and concerted Western action in support of its democratic
transition. For its turn toward democracy is historic: The
first step, we hope, toward a Europe that is whole and free. And
unprecedented. For never before has a Communist country
successfully changed from a State-controlled system to political
pluralism, self-determination, and a market economy.
Accordingly, last month members of our Administration met
with key ministers in the new Polish government. They detailed
their bold reform plan. We asked how best to support them. They
requested -- as an essential part of their program -- $1 billion
in Western economic aid to stabilize the economy as their radical
reforms are implemented. Our response took two forms.
First, I asked Congress to approve a $200 million grant --
fully 1 of every 5 dollars in Western stabilization funds
requested by the Poles. And we are urging our Western economic
partners to make major contributions to this fund, since the
effort will work only if fully funded.
And second, I announced that we would send to Warsaw a
Presidential mission including U.S. officials, business leaders,
4
and experts to help ensure that Poland's economic recovery
becomes reality. And assess how the United States can best help
Poland help itself.
Today, I am pleased to announce that this mission will begin
November 15. It will be led by Secretary of Commerce Mosbacher,
Secretary of Labor Dole, Secretary of Agriculture Yeutter, and
Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Boskin. They will be
joined by at least fifteen outstanding Chief Executive Officers,
economists, and other experts from the U.S. private sector.
Several of them are in the audience today:
,
, and
.
Our team will meet with the key ministers of the Polish
government and others involved in stimulating Poland's private
sector. And recommend to me how we can best utilize the economic
support we will extend. It will focus on economic sectors where
U.S. expertise can make a difference -- such as agriculture,
business management, and financial services. And study the
structural economic changes Poland will face in the years ahead.
For this we know: Poland's struggle has always been America's
struggle. Maybe that's why it seems that Polish hearts and
American hearts beat as one.
Historically -- for more than 200 years -- and
geographically -- from Washington to Warsaw, and Krakow to Kansas
City -- Americans have echoed the voice of Poland. We do so now.
Echoing her love of freedom and opportunity. And warmed by the
glow from Poland's new flame of democracy, linking the lands of
Chopin and Jefferson, Lincoln and Paderewski.
5
Let us keep that flame alive. And use it to light the
friendship between our peoples. So that Polish-American Heritage
Month can be a true symbol of a better, richer life. A better
life for all our children. A richer life for those who believe
-- as we do -- in the liberty which sets men free.
Thank you very much, God bless Poland, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # # #
POLISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH / ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1989 / 1:15 P.M.
SECRETARY YEUTTER, SECRETARY MOSBACHER, SECRETARY
DOLE, CHAIRMAN BOSKIN, AMBASSADOR KINOST [KEE NAWST],
SECRETARY DERWINSKI, AMBASSADOR ROWNY. IT IS A
PLEASURE TO SEE LANE KIRKLAND, BoB GEORGINE, GALE
JOHNSON, AND EDWARD MOSKAL. [[CONGRESSMEN MICKEY
EDWARDS, JOHN DINGELL, AND ROBERT BORSKI. ]]
DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN.
- 2 -
WELCOME TO THE WHITE HOUSE. AND TO AN OCCASION MARKING
THE CONCLUSION OF POLISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH --
WHICH LINKS TWO PEOPLES BOUND BY ADMIRATION AND
AFFECTION.
IN ONE SENSE, WE MEET THIS AFTERNOON To SALUTE THE
VALUES WHICH UNITE THE UNITED STATES AND POLAND.
VALUES LIKE FAITH IN GOD, RESPECT FOR FAMILY AND HARD
WORK, AND THE BELIEF THAT FREE EXPRESSION WILL CONQUER
TYRANNY.
- 3 -
BUT IN A LARGER WAY, WE'RE HERE TO HONOR THE TIDE
TOWARD DEMOCRACY THESE VALUES MAKE POSSIBLE. FOR IN
POLAND, AS ELSEWHERE, THE TIDE TOWARD OPPRESSION IS
RUNNING OUT. THE TIDE TOWARD LIBERTY IS RUNNING IN.
THE VOICE OF FREEDOM IS THE VOICE OF POLAND. AND THE
VOICE OF POLAND IS THE VOICE OF TOMORROW.
- 4 -
WHEN I VISITED POLAND LAST JULY, I HEARD BRAVE MEN
AND WOMEN PROCLAIM THE DIGNITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL, AND
DEMAND THE OPPORTUNITY AND SELF-GOVERNMENT THAT MAKE
ALL THINGS POSSIBLE FOR A NATION, AND A PEOPLE.
THE POLISH NATIONAL ANTHEM CAPTURES THIS WHEN IT
PROCLAIMS, "POLAND IS NOT LOST WHILE POLES STILL LIVE."
AND TODAY IT STIRS THE SHOP-KEEPERS OF BUFFALO. AND
THE FACTORY WORKERS IN POZNAN [POSE NAN].
- 5 -
THE SMALL GIRL I SAW ON A STREET CORNER IN GDANSK --
TEARFUL, JOYOUS; AN AMERICAN FLAG STRETCHED UPWARD FROM
HER HAND -- SHE, Too, KNEW THAT VOICE. AND so DOES THE
AGING WOMAN IN CHICAGO, TEACHING HER GRANDCHILDREN THE
LANGUAGES OF THE TWO COUNTRIES SHE LOVES. SHE IS THE
VOICE OF POLAND -- RESOLUTE AND PROUD.
- 6 -
IN RECENT MONTHS, THIS VOICE HAS FOUND NEW POWER.
FOR BY FORMING A NEW NON-COMMUNIST GOVERNMENT -- THE
FIRST IN EASTERN EUROPE IN MORE THAN FORTY YEARS --
POLAND HERSELF HAS MOVED TOWARD A NEW BEGINNING.
HISTORIC POLITICAL CHANGES ARE LEADING TO DRAMATIC
ECONOMIC REFORMS -- BUILDING NEW FOUNDATIONS OF HOPE
AND PROSPERITY; OPENING NEW BOUNDARIES OF MARKET AND
MIND.
- 7 -
LET ME SAY: WE ARE INSPIRED BY THESE HISTORIC
CHANGES. AND ALSO ADD: FROM THE FIRST, OUR
ADMINISTRATION HAS SUPPORTED THEM -- BY WORD AND BY
DEED.
THAT IS WHY ON APRIL 17, AT HAMTRAMCK, SHORTLY
AFTER THE SIGNING OF THE ROUNDTABLE AGREEMENT IN
POLAND, WE ANNOUNCED A SERIES OF INITIATIVES TO OPEN
U.S. MARKETS AND ENCOURAGE PRIVATE SECTOR LOANS AND
INVESTMENTS THERE.
- 8 -
AND WHY, DURING MY VISIT To POLAND IN JULY, WE
ANNOUNCED AN ADDITIONAL PACKAGE OF MEASURES TO ASSIST
POLAND'S ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL REVIVAL.
IN PARIS THIS SUMMER, I PROPOSED, AND OUR ECONOMIC
SUMMIT PARTNERS AGREED To, A PLAN FOR CONCERTED WESTERN
ACTION. IN SEPTEMBER, WE ASKED CONGRESS FOR A $100
MILLION ENTERPRISE FUND FOR POLAND. AND EXTENDED
ANOTHER $108 MILLION IN EMERGENCY FOOD AID FOR POLAND.
- 9 -
A GOOD BEGINNING? YES. BUT POLAND NEEDS -- AND
WILL HAVE -- NOT ONLY CONCERTED WESTERN ACTION, BUT
ALSO SUSTAINED SUPPORT OF ITS DEMOCRATIC TRANSITION.
FOR ITS TURN TOWARD DEMOCRACY IS HISTORIC: A CRUCIAL
STEP, WE HOPE, TOWARD A EUROPE THAT IS WHOLE AND FREE.
AND UNPRECEDENTED. FOR NEVER BEFORE HAS A COMMUNIST
COUNTRY SUCCESSFULLY CHANGED FROM A STATE-CONTROLLED
SYSTEM TO POLITICAL PLURALISM, SELF-DETERMINATION, AND
A MARKET ECONOMY.
- 10 -
LAST MONTH, MEMBERS OF OUR ADMINISTRATION MET WITH
KEY MINISTERS IN THE NEW POLISH GOVERNMENT. THEY
DETAILED THEIR BOLD REFORM PLAN. WE ASKED HOW BEST TO
SUPPORT THEM. THEY REQUESTED -- AS AN ESSENTIAL PART
OF THEIR PROGRAM -- $1 BILLION IN WESTERN ECONOMIC AID
TO STABILIZE THE ECONOMY AS THEIR RADICAL REFORMS ARE
IMPLEMENTED. OUR RESPONSE TOOK TWO FORMS.
- 11 -
FIRST, I ASKED CONGRESS TO APPROVE $200 MILLION IN
GRANTS -- FULLY 1 OF EVERY 5 DOLLARS IN WESTERN
STABILIZATION FUNDS REQUESTED BY THE POLES. AND WE ARE
URGING OUR WESTERN ECONOMIC PARTNERS TO MAKE MAJOR
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THIS FUND, SINCE THE EFFORT WILL WORK
ONLY IF FULLY FUNDED.
- 12 -
AND SECOND, I ANNOUNCED THAT WE WOULD SEND TO
WARSAW A PRESIDENTIAL MISSION INCLUDING U.S. OFFICIALS,
BUSINESS AND LABOR LEADERS, AND EXPERTS TO HELP ENSURE
THAT POLAND'S ECONOMIC RECOVERY BECOMES REALITY. AND
ASSESS HOW THE UNITED STATES CAN BEST HELP POLAND HELP
ITSELF.
THIS MUST BE -- AND WILL BE -- A BIPARTISAN EFFORT
BY THE U.S. GOVERNMENT.
- 13 -
TODAY, I AM PLEASED To ANNOUNCE THAT THIS MISSION
WILL BE LED BY SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE YEUTTER,
SECRETARY OF COMMERCE MOSBACHER, SECRETARY OF LABOR
DOLE, AND COUNCIL OF ECONOMIC ADVISERS CHAIRMAN BOSKIN.
THEY WILL BE JOINED BY AT LEAST FIFTEEN OUTSTANDING
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, LABOR LEADERS, ECONOMISTS,
AND OTHER EXPERTS FROM THE U.S. PRIVATE SECTOR.
SEVERAL OF THEM ARE WITH ME ON THE DAIS TODAY.
- 14 -
OUR TEAM WILL MEET WITH THE KEY MINISTERS OF THE
POLISH GOVERNMENT AND OTHERS INVOLVED IN STIMULATING
POLAND'S PRIVATE SECTOR. AND RECOMMEND To ME HOW THE
ECONOMIC SUPPORT WE WILL EXTEND CAN BEST BE UTILIZED.
IT WILL FOCUS ON ECONOMIC SECTORS WHERE U.S. EXPERTISE
AND COOPERATION CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE -- SUCH AS
AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, AND FINANCIAL
SERVICES.
- 15 -
IT WILL ALSO LOOK AT POLAND'S OVERALL ECONOMIC
SITUATION AND AT THE STRUCTURAL CHANGES NEEDED TO MAKE
POLAND PROSPER. FOR THIS WE KNOW: POLAND'S STRUGGLE
HAS ALWAYS BEEN AMERICA'S STRUGGLE. MAYBE THAT'S WHY
IT SEEMS THAT POLISH HEARTS AND AMERICAN HEARTS BEAT AS
ONE.
- 16 -
HISTORICALLY -- FOR MORE THAN 200 YEARS -- AND
GEOGRAPHICALLY -- FROM WASHINGTON TO WARSAW, AND KRAKOW
TO CHICAGO -- AMERICANS HAVE ECHOED THE VOICE OF
POLAND. WE DO so NOW. ECHOING HER LOVE OF FREEDOM AND
OPPORTUNITY. AND WARMED BY THE GLOW FROM POLAND'S NEW
FLAME OF DEMOCRACY, LINKING THE LANDS OF CHOPIN AND
JEFFERSON, LINCOLN AND PADEREWSKI.
- 17 -
LET US KEEP THAT FLAME ALIVE. AND USE IT TO BURN
BRIGHT THE FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN OUR PEOPLES. So THAT
POLISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH SYMBOLIZES A BETTER,
RICHER LIFE. A BETTER LIFE FOR ALL OUR CHILDREN. A
RICHER LIFE FOR THOSE WHO BELIEVE -- AS WE DO -- IN THE
LIBERTY WHICH SETS MEN FREE.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH. GOD BLESS POLAND, AND GOD
BLESS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
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