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Document No. 193536 55
WHITE HOUSE 9STAFFING-MEMORANDUM
DATE: 11/30/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS, VENEZUELA,
SUBJECT:
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990, 8:00 P.M.
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
Rogers
DEMAREST
Winston
FITZWATER
Pinkerton
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
The attached has been forwarded to the President.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE HOUSE
90 NOV 20
washington
i8
November 28, 199(
11-30
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON CW
FROM:
MARK DAVIS MD
SUBJECT:
STATE DINNER TOAST
CARACAS, VENEZUELA
On Friday, December 7, you will address the attendees at the
State Dinner in Caracas, Venezuela. Your remarks, approximately
3-5 minutes in length, will be on cards.
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
Date: Nov. 29, 1990
Draft: Three
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
8:00 P. M.
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt ((BET-anne-coor))
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is being realized in
the Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in Argentina, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil,
Uruguay, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Honduras, Chile, and
Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely totalitarian holdout in
our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to a democratic hemisphere,
from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare that this
era of peaceful change came about, in no small part, because of
the unwavering leadership and example of a democratic Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
creative democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried
on a legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President
2
-- "Cap" -- Those who love freedom in the Americas know that you
and Venezuela are always on their side. 111
And it is because of your leadership that we are seeing,
once again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to
freedom in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela. My son, Jeb, lived and worked
here in Caracas.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the Old World."
3
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
appreciated here: ["Manos a la obra."]
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
washington
November 28, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON 3
FROM:
MARK DAVIS MD
SUBJECT:
STATE DINNER TOAST
CARACAS, VENEZUELA
On Friday, December 7, you will address the attendees at the
State Dinner in Caracas, Venezuela. Your remarks, approximately
3-5 minutes in length, will be on cards.
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
Date: Nov. 29, 1990
Draft: Three
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
8:00 P. M.
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt ((BET-anne-coor))
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is being realized in
the Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in Argentina, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil,
Uruguay, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Honduras, Chile, and
Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely totalitarian holdout in
our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to a democratic hemisphere,
from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare that this
era of peaceful change came about, in no small part, because of
the unwavering leadership and example of a democratic Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
creative democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried
on a legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President
2
-- "Cap" -- Those who love freedom in the Americas know that you
and Venezuela are always on their side. 111
And it is because of your leadership that we are seeing,
once again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to
freedom in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela. My son, Jeb, lived and worked
here in Caracas.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the old World. "
3
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
appreciated here: ["Manos a la obra."]
#
#
#
9294
Document No. 19353655
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 11/26/90
11/28/90 3:00 PM
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION
FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 3:00 PM, Wednesday, November 28, with a copy
to my office. Thank you.
November 28, 1990
RESPONSE:
TO: CHRISS WINSTON
The NSC Staff concurs with changes annotated in text.
8th : 9d 288 100 06
Brent Scowcroft
James W. Cicconi
cc: James Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
90 NOV 26 PM 3: 32
Date: Nov. 26, 1990
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
((Time)) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt (BET-anne-coor))
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice for the
BEING REMUND
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is sweeping the
Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru,
NICARAGUA
Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Chile, and Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely
HOLDOUT
totalitarian government in our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to an entirely democratic
hemisphere, from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare
do SMALL
that this era of peaceful change came about, in part, because of
OXAMPLE of AMOCRATIC
the unwavering leadership and advocacy of Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
CREATIVE
democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried on a
legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President -- Cap
-- THOSE WHO LOVE LIBERTY IN THE AMERICAS KNOW THAT you AND VENELUELA
you are an authentic hero of the Americas. III
ARE AWAYS
OUE ON THEIR SIDE,
2
And it because of your leadership that we are seeing, once
again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to freedom
in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for so many years. My son, Jeb,
lived and worked here//N CARACAS.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous`and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the Old World."
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
"MANOS A LA OBRA"
appreciated here: Shoulders to the wheel.
Document No. 19353655
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 11/26/90
11/28/90 3:00 PM
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE NIV
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
N/C
ROGICH
N/C
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
N/C
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON N/C
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
N/C
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 3:00 PM, Wednesday, November 28, 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
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
90 NOV 26 PM 3: 32
Date: Nov. 26, 1990
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
9:00 ((Time)) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt (BET-anne-coor)).
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
beingrealized
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is sweeping the
Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru,
NICARAGUA,
Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Chile, and Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely
holdout
totalitarian government in our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to an entirely democratic
hemisphere, from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare
hosmall
that this era of peaceful change came about, in part, because of
example adeunocratic
the unwavering leadership and advocacy of Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
creative democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried on a
legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President -- Cap
Those who love liberty in the (unericas know that you and Venezuela
-- you are an authentic hero of the Americas. 111
are always
freedom
their side,
2
is
And it, because of your leadership that we are seeing, once
again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to freedom
in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for so many years. My son, Jeb,
lived and worked herex in Cavacao.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous`and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the Old World."
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
"MANOS A LA OBRA [
appreciated here: Shoulders to the wheel.
Document No. 19353655
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 28 P2:44
DATE: 11/26/90
11/28/90 3:00 PM
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION
FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 3:00 PM, Wednesday, November 28, with a copy
to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE: No comment
PORTER
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
90 NOV 26 PM 3: 32
Date: Nov. 26, 1990
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
( (Time)) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt (BET-anne-coor))
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is sweeping the
Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru,
Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Chile, and Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely
totalitarian government in our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to an entirely democratic
hemisphere, from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare
that this era of peaceful change came about, in part, because of
the unwavering leadership and advocacy of Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried on a
legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President -- Cap
-- you are an authentic hero of the Americas. 111
is
2
And itAbecause of your leadership that we are seeing, once
again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to freedom
in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for so many years. My son, Jeb,
lived and worked here.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous` and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the Old World."
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
appreciated here: Shoulders to the wheel.
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
November 28, 1990
90 OCT 29 A9:18
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: State Dinner, Caracas
We have reviewed the attached draft and have no suggested
changes from a policy standpoint. We approve of the draft
remarks in their current form.
CC: James W. Cicconi
Document No. 19353655
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
11/28/90 3:00 PM
DATE: 11/26/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 3:00 PM, Wednesday, November 28, 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
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
90 NOV 26 PM 3: 32
Date: Nov. 26, 1990
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
((Time)) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt ((BET-anne-coor))
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is sweeping the
Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru,
Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Chile, and Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely
totalitarian government in our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to an entirely democratic
hemisphere, from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare
that this era of peaceful change came about, in part, because of
the unwavering leadership and advocacy of Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried on a
legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President -- Cap
-- you are an authentic hero of the Americas. 111
is
2
And it because of your leadership that we are seeing, once
again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to freedom
in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for so many years. My son, Jeb,
lived and worked here.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous`and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the Old World."
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
appreciated here: Shoulders to the wheel.
Document No. 19353655
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 28 P5: 38
DATE: 11/26/90
11/28/90 3:00 PM
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 3:00 PM, Wednesday, November 28, with a copy
to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
NO COMMENT. THANKS.
HOLLY WILLIAMSON HW
11-28-90
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
9294
Document No. 193536 sf
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 28
DATE: 11/26/90
11/28/90 3:00 PM
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 3:00 PM, Wednesday, November 28, with a copy
to my office. Thank you.
November 28, 1990
RESPONSE:
TO: CHRISS WINSTON
The NSC Staff concurs with changes annotated in text.
Brent Scowcroft
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
CC: James Cicconi
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
90 NOV 26 PM 3: 32
Date: Nov. 26, 1990
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
( (Time)) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt ( (BET-anne-coor))
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
BEING REMUND
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is sweeping the
Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru,
NICARAOOA
Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Chile, and Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely
HOLDOUT
totalitarian government in our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to an entirely democratic
hemisphere, from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare
No SMALL
that this era of peaceful change came about, in part, because of
OXAMPLE of AMOURATIC
the unwavering leadership and advocacy of Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
CREATIVE
democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried on a
legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President -- Cap
THOSE WHO LOVE LIBERTY IN THE AMERICAS KNOW THAT you AND VENELUELA
you are an authentic hero of the Americas. 111
ARE ARWATS
QUE ON THEIR SIDE,
2
And it because of your leadership that we are seeing, once
again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to freedom
in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for so many years. My son, Jeb,
lived and worked here//N CARACAS.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the Old World."
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
"MANOS A LA OBRA"
appreciated here: Shoulders to the wheel.
Document No. 193536
90 OCT 27 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 11/26/90
11/28/90 3:00 PM
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 3:00 PM, Wednesday, November 28, 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
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
90 NOV 26 PM 3: 32
Date: Nov. 26, 1990
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
((Time)) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt ((BET-anne-coor))
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is sweeping the
Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru,
Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Chile, and Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely
totalitarian government in our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to an entirely democratic
hemisphere, from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare
that this era of peaceful change came about, in part, because of
the unwavering leadership and advocacy of Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried on a
legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President -- Cap
-- you are an authentic hero of the Americas. 111
2
And it because of your leadership that we are seeing, once
again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to freedom
in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for so many years. My son, Jeb,
lived and worked here.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous`and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the old World."
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
appreciated here: Shoulders to the wheel.
THE WHITE HOUSE
wASHINGTON
November 27, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
CAROL BLYMIRE CMB
SUBJECT:
STATE DINNER TOAST, CARACAS
Enclosed please find fact-check changes and suggestions:
-- Page 1, para. 3; Don Johnson is hesitant to include the
Dominican Republic because of the poor quality of
elections recently held. Also, Haiti will be having
elections on December 16, and he thinks we might want to
mention that.
-- Page 2, para. 3; Jeb lived in Venezuela for one year from
1978-1979. Is it okay to say that the family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for "so many years"?
-- Page 2, para. 6; For the toast of "shoulders to the
wheel", I would like to suggest that the President say it
in Spanish -- "manos ala obra". I think it will mean
more to the Venezuelan people that way. It was President
Perez's campaign slogan, meaning that the restructuring
of Venezuela must include everyone's hard work.
Ambassador Skol keeps pushing for the President to say it
in Spanish.
-- Spray Ian for me. PSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
90 OCT 27 P3:23
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
Date: Nov. 26, 1990
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
((Time)) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt (BET-anne-coor))
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is sweeping the
Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru,
Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Chile, and Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely
totalitarian government in our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to an entirely democratic
hemisphere, from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare
that this era of peaceful change came about, in part, because of
the unwavering leadership and advocacy of Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried on a
legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President -- Cap
-- you are an authentic hero of the Americas. 111
2
And it because of your leadership that we are seeing, once
again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to freedom
in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one more reason why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for so many years. My son, Jeb,
lived and worked here.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
in the Old World."
Let me close with a toast to President Perez and the
Venezuelan people. I believe it will be recognized and
appreciated here: Shoulders to the wheel.
Davis/Blymire
Title: Zuela
Date: Nov. 23, 1990
Draft: One
PRESIDENTIAL TOAST: STATE DINNER, CARACAS
( (Time)) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1990
It is wonderful to be back in this great nation and this
lovely city of Caracas. I well remember my last visit to
Venezuela, a much more somber occasion. I was in your country as
Vice President in December, 1981, to pay my respects to a great
founding father and defender of Venezuelan democracy, Romulo
Betancourt ( (BET-anne-coor) )
Now, nine years later, there is cause to rejoice, for the
vision of Betancourt and Carlos Andres Perez is sweeping the
Americas.
Just look at what has happened in a decade. Democracy has
been restored in the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Peru,
Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Chile, and Paraguay -- leaving Cuba as the lonely
totalitarian government in our hemisphere.
So we are close, very close, to an entirely democratic
hemisphere, from Alaska to Argentina. I am here today to declare
that this era of peaceful change came about, in part, because of
the unwavering leadership and advocacy of Venezuela.
Like President Betancourt, you, Mr. President, have been a
democratic leader. Like Simon Bolivar, you have carried on a
legacy as a standard bearer of liberty. Mister President -- Cap
-- you are an authentic hero of the Americas. III
2
And it because of your leadership that we are seeing, once
again, that freedom at the ballot box inevitably leads to freedom
in the marketplace; that free political systems and free
reason
enterprise go hand in hand. Just one reason more why Venezuela's
future is as limitless as your people's industry and imagination.
I know that the economic reform program you launched upon
taking office has been, at times, difficult. But you have stayed
true to principle. And you have stayed true to Venezuela's
future -- a future of prosperity and democracy.
The good relations that exist between my government and
yours are especially welcome because the Bush family has had a
close connection to Venezuela for so many years. My son, Jeb,
lived and worked here.
And I certainly know, first hand, how important Venezuela's
leadership is to my country, and how a prosperous and democratic
Venezuela is essential to our hemispheric community. That is
why I especially look forward to cooperating closely with
Venezuela in carrying out our Enterprise for the Americas
Initiative.
It is my hope that the day will be brought closer when, as
Simon Bolivar wrote in 1818, all of the New World can assume a
place "with a description of majesty and grandeur unprecedented
peresidenthevez.
Venezuelan
in the Old World."
Let me close with a toastvt that I believe will be recognized
here: shoulders
and appreciated here: Hands to the wheel.
of
Venezuela
FROM
P 4
WHITE HOUSE FAX-1
WED 21 NOV 90 22:03
PG.03
(Smith/Garmey)
November 18, 1990
2 P.M.
VENEZ
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: EMBASSY GREETING
CARACAS, VENEZUELA
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1990
o
Ambassador and Mrs. Skol, friends. Barbara and I are
pleased to meet with the American Embassy Community at the home
of America's first family in Venezuela.
Let me say that I am glad the Ambassador and Claudia
7
made it here before I did. I imagine for a while you were
uncertain who would get here first. 11
0
But now that the long wait for a new Ambassador is
over, I am sure you will be delighted. It is a privilege to
greet you here in this magnificent setting.
(Incidentally, I am told that the view from the
chancery building to be constructed in Valle Arriba will be even
more majestic. So just bear with us. Before long our embassy in
Caracas will be among the most beautiful in the world.) 11
As you know, I have come to Venezuela a number of
times. I was last here in 1981 as Vice-President. My son, Jeb,
and his wife, Columba, lived in Caracas for several years.
Barbara and I will always treasure our visits.
o
As guests, we knew from our experience in China that
there is no more dedicated group than the men and women --
American and foreign -- who staff our embassies. Our Embassies
evoke a touch of America so many miles from home. 11
FROM
P 3
WHITE HOUSE FAX-1
WED 21 NOU 90 22:04
PG.04
2
o
Nine years ago, I met with the Embassy community. The
American staff members who were here then have all rotated out.
But most of the Venezuelan members of the Embassy team are the
same. This shows how without you we would have no continuity and
little institutional memory. I am especially grateful for your
work, and your dreams that provides @ needed with contenuty,
0
I am also proud of the U.S. staff. I understand that
one of you was once a prisoner in Castro's jails, and has gone on
to win awards for valor in our foreign service. / Another
survived a North Vietnamese prison camp and is making a fine
contribution to USIS. / The commercial counselor was the last
American on the roof of our embassy in Saigon and helped save the
lives of many others. 11
Today -- like then -- you are serving freedom and
democracy. Helping Venezuela consolidate its democratic
institutions and restructure its economy. Showing -- under
President Perez - that a prosperous Venezuela can make ours a
better, more decent world.
o
It's public servants like you -- and Ambassador Skol -
- who make me proud of Americans serving abroad. Thank you for
what you've done to make our visit a success. God bless the
United States of America.
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