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Administration of George Bush 1992 / June 11
1037
George Bush, 1992
along the streets. It expressed, I think, a gen-
May I say to the people of Panama, Bar-
t is second to none
uine friendship between Panama and the
bara and I will never forget the warm wel-
United States. And for the tiny, tiny handful
come you gave us as we drove in from the
of people that are protesting, I said they'
airport and indeed as we drove to this base,
"ke at 7:50 a.m. at
in Camp Springs,
ought to go up to San Francisco and get an
thousands of people along the road express-
idea what a real protest is like. [Laughter]
ing their appreciation for our great country.
So we've been here, and we are very grate-
And let me say to them, we appreciate Pan-
ful to you. We salute you. And I would like
ama. We appreciate Panama's move to de-
to just propose a toast to the health of Presi-
mocracy, and no tiny little left-wing dem-
dent and Mrs. Endara and to that lasting,
onstration is going to set your democracy
on Hosted by
strengthening friendship between Panama
back.
Endara in
and the United States of America.
May I say in conclusion to the people in
Panama, democracy takes a while to solidify
Note: The President spoke at 1:15 p.m. at
it, to perfect it. Democracy doesn't come
easy. But I could sense in that crowd today
President and Mr.
the Presidential Palace.
and amongst the leaders today the deter-
pers of the Cabinet,
mination to perfect and see Panama's democ-
elighted to be with
racy come to total fulfillment. And let me
the great progress
since its liberation
Remarks to the American
say to the people of Panama, Barbara and
Community in Panama City
I are grateful for the welcome. The day of
id tyranny back in
the dictator is over, and you should take great
is once again free,
June 11, 1992
pride in what your country has done.
the rule of law pre-
All right, now, to all you Yankees out
Thank you so very, very much for that
here-[applause]. In fact, I think I'll go to
um to democracy,
warm welcome. And General Joulwan, thank
work here; it's hot out there. But a special
in the world com-
you for the introduction. And may I salute
hello to those from this base, from other
th toward economic
not only the General but also Ambassador
bases here in Panama. I know that some of
ation has rekindled
Hinton, our distinguished Ambassador. He
you came a long, long way, an hour-and-a-
! maybe some don't
and Mrs. Hinton, Mrs. Joulwan, and you in
half drive across the Isthmus to come and
your nation's eco-
the Embassy staff, Mr. Ambassador, are
give us this tremendous welcome. And let
ghest in the whole
doing a first-rate job here in Panama. And
me salute the seven from the Pacific side,
r success and your
I salute you for your work, your career, and
Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort Kobbe,
rospect of a better
your dedication in representing the United
Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman
States of America.
Naval Air Station, and Port Amador, and then
yed a unique part-
I want to greet the graduates, seniors at
the three on the Atlantic side, Fort Davis,
ined its independ-
Balboa and Cristobal High who are graduat-
Fort Sherman, and Galeta Island.
That partnership
ing today. Let me say hello to the Panama
Working abroad, and Barbara and I have
977 Panama Canal
Canal Commission members, the Smithso-
been there, is a learning experience in a way,
me just assure you
nian Institute office people that are here.
managing diplomatic and domestic respon-
word; those trea-
And to all of you serving the cause of free-
sibilities. I just want you to know that we
nted on schedule.
dom across the continents and oceans, my
have tremendous respect, whether it's in the
ed to do to come
thanks for your service to our great country
military, whether it's as civilians, for all who
f you in this room
and for your dedication to the United States
serve their country overseas. Your work,
ny of Noriega and
of America. And may God bless you all.
whether it was on the civilian side or on the
in the 1989 elec-
Now I want to say a few words to the
military side, has helped give this wonderful
the responsibility
Americans here, but before I do that, I want
country a chance for what we take for grant-
nocracy for future
to say a word to the citizens of Panama. My
ed in the United States, that democratic ex-
1 the car I sensed
Spanish isn't very good, so I'm going to ask
perience and freedom. That's what your mis-
for a little translation. But I first want to
sion is about.
part of my friend,
thank President Endara, Vice President
I know that a lot goes into planning a Presi-
he was worried
Ford, Mayor Correa for the warm welcome
dential visit. I was on the receiving end of
by some show of
and felt was that
they gave to us from the minute we arrived.
one of them over in China, and I thought
from the people
I am grateful to each and every one of them.
I would never recover. But to all of those
1038
June 11 / Administration of George Bush, 199
who worked with the arrangements on this
ery, progress, and prosperity. Our countries
visit, let me simply say we will do what we
are going to work together to bring an end
said: We will leave on schedule. And you can
to that dreadful narcotic trafficking that are
get back to normal.
poisoning the kids in Panama and poisoning
But before I do, before I leave and before
the kids in the United States. We will not
Barbara leaves, let me just say that you all
fail in crushing the narco-traffickers.
should take pride in knowing that you serve
And so to each and every one of you, our
at a time when Panama is reaching an en-
profound thanks for your service. Once
tirely new status in the community of nations.
again, to President Endara and his col-
Those of you who took part in Just Cause
leagues, my sincere thanks for the warmth
and those of you who have come since must
of the welcome and, much more important,
take great satisfaction in Panama's accom-
for what Panama is doing as now a newly
plishments. Don't let this little ripple out
found proud member of the family of na-
there today that took place in the plaza, a
tions, moving down the path to democracy
handful of people trying to disrupt this won-
and freedom. It is a wonderful example.
derful welcome, don't let it discourage you.
Now we head off to the Environmental
I'd say the same to the people. You can feel
Conference down there in Rio. And I look
the heartbeat here, and you are partly re-
forward to that because we're taking down
sponsible for that wonderful feeling between
there a sound, forward-looking message on
Panama and the United States of America.
the measure of the environment. And I be-
Justice and freedom have been restored.
lieve that we're going to go just fine.
With each sunrise the people of Panama
But thank you all for the service to the
wake to liberty's greatest gift: free elections,
greatest, freest country on the face of the
free press, and free worship. I must say that
Earth, the United States of America. Thank
the plaza where we came from, there's a his-
you very much.
tory there of protest and also, vigil. But today
that plaza is the people's park. And I wish
Note: The President spoke at 3:25 p.m. at
every one of you could have seen the wel-
Albrook Air Force Base. In his remarks, he
come we had before a handful of characters
referred to Gen. George Joulwan, com-
tried to disrupt it all. Each day you serve,
mander in chief, Southern Command, and
you are visible reminders of freedom and de-
U.S. Army Cpl. Zak A. Hernandez who was
mocracy at work. You're laying a foundation
killed June 10 by gunmen in Panama.
for cooperation between our nations that will
last for generations to come.
As I know, as we saw tragically just yester-
day, there are times when some of your com-
Statement on the Balanced Budget
rades are called upon to make the ultimate
Amendment
sacrifice. I want you to know as Commander
June 11, 1992
in Chief that we honor the memory of Cor-
poral Hernandez here today, a veteran of
Today's vote in the House shows that we
Desert Storm, and the memories of all the
are close to realizing a goal that the over-
proud, brave men and women in uniform
whelming majority of Americans support,
who gave their all in the service of their coun-
adoption of a balanced budget constitutional
try. The most fitting tribute to their memory
amendment. The Democratic leadership's
and to their sacrifice is to complete the work
proposal was soundly defeated, and our bi-
they began. And therefore, we will continue
partisan amendment came within just nine
to help the Panamanians build on their
votes of getting the two-thirds needed to
progress in strengthening democracy and de-
pass.
veloping their economic system so that future
A balanced budget amendment is abso-
generations can share what you all have
lutely essential to the economic health of
helped start, this new beginning.
America. We cannot continue to burden our
We're going to work together to secure a
children and grandchildren with crippling
future of free trade, a link to economic recov-
Federal deficits.
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING \ ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992 \ 2:40 P.M.
THANK YOU GEN. JOULWAN FOR THAT INTRODUCTION.
HELLO TO AMBASSADOR HINTON. MRS. HINTON. AMBASSADOR,
YOU AND THE EMBASSY STAFF ARE DOING A FIRST RATE JOB
HERE IN PANAMA, AND I SALUTE YOU FOR YOUR OUTSTANDING
WORK REPRESENTING THE UNITED STATES. //
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIORS AT BALBOA HIGH AND
CRISTOBEL HIGH WHO GRADUATE TODAY. LET ME SAY HELLO TO
THE MEMBERS OF THE PANAMA CANAL COMMISSION AND THE
SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTE OFFICE. // BARBARA AND I THANK
YOU ALL FOR COMING.
- 2 -
I UNDERSTAND IT'S RAINY SEASON HERE. ONE THING IS
CERTAIN IN PANAMA -- YOU'LL ALWAYS GET A WARM WELCOME
-- IF NOT A WET ONE. // THEY TELL ME THAT THE WORD
PANAMA WHEN TRANSLATED MEANS "PLENTY OF FISH" -- I
WISH I HAD TIME TO GO AFTER A FEW CORVINA. I COULD USE
SOME NEW FISHING STORY MATERIAL. //
IT'S GOOD TO BE AT ALBROOK. I DIDN'T SEE IT ON MY
WAY IN -- I WONDER IF YOU STILL HAVE A CERTAIN
GENERAL'S MERCEDES. //
- 3 -
FINALLY, A SPECIAL HELLO TO THOSE OF YOU FROM OUR OTHER
BASES HERE IN PANAMA -- I KNOW MANY OF YOU MADE THE
HOUR AND A HALF LONG DRIVE ACROSS THE ISTHMUS TO COME
GIVE ME THIS TREMENDOUS SEND-OFF. // LET ME SALUTE
THE SEVEN FROM THE PACIFIC SIDE: QUARRY HEIGHTS, FORT
CLAYTON, FORT KoBBe [CO-BE], HOWARD, ALBROOK, PANAMA
CANAL-RODMAN NAVAL STATION, AND FORT AMADOR. THE THREE
ON THE ATLANTIC: FORT DAVIS, FORT SHERMAN, AND GALETA
ISLAND.
- 4 -
WORKING ABROAD IS ALWAYS A LEARNING EXPERIENCE --
MANAGING DIPLOMATIC AND DOMESTIC RESPONSIBILITIES.
LAST FRIDAY, DEN MoM BISA WILLIAMS FROM THE EMBASSY AND
SOME OF THE CUB SCOUTS FROM PACK FIVE VISITED THE
PRESIDENTIAL PALACE -- THEY WALKED DOWN PRESIDENT'S
HALL WHERE FIVE STA
BYTHING NEEDED FOR
GOOD GOVERNMENT: THERE STATE FOR LAW. JUSTICE,
CONSISTENCY, obtission. AND WORK. Oxp Yutivo SCOOT
ASKED "WHERE'S THE THE FOR EON?" 11 New ka's BUT THE
RIGHT IDEA. //
- 5 -
I KNOW HOW MUCH WORK GOES INTO PLANNING A
PRESIDENTIAL VISIT -- LOGISTICS // MEETINGS // DETAILS
// HOW WILL WE HOLD OFF THE RAIN. // I REMEMBER WELL
WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A DIPLOMAT ABROAD -- THE CHALLENGES
THAT COME WITH SERVING YOUR COUNTRY OVERSEAS. BEING
AWAY FROM THE ONES WE LOVE AND THE PLACES WE CALL HOME
IS NEVER EASY. BUT ALL OF YOU SHOULD TAKE PRIDE IN
KNOWING THAT YOU SERVE AT A TIME WHEN PANAMA IS
REACHING NEW STATUS IN THE COMMUNITY OF NATIONS.
- 6 -
THOSE OF YOU WHO TOOK PART IN OPERATION JUST CAUSE --
AND THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE COME SINCE -- MUST TAKE GREAT
SATISFACTION IN PANAMA'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS.
IN THREE SHORT YEARS, THIS GREAT CROSSROADS OF THE
WORLD HAS BEEN REBORN. DEMOCRACY HAS REPLACED
DICTATORSHIP. JUSTICE AND FREEDOM HAVE BEEN RESTORED.
WITH EACH SUNRISE, THE PEOPLE OF PANAMA WAKE TO
LIBERTY'S GREATEST GIFTS -- FREE ELECTIONS, FREE PRESS,
AND FREE WORSHIP.
- 7 -
WE JUST CAME FROM PLAZA PORRAS -- A PLACE THAT HAS SEEN
PROTEST AND VIGIL. TODAY PLAZA PORRAS IS THE PEOPLE'S
PARK.
EACH DAY YOU SERVE, YOU ARE VISIBLE REMINDERS THAT
FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY WORK. You ARE LAYING THE
FOUNDATION FOR COOPERATION BETWEEN OUR NATIONS THAT
WILL LAST FOR GENERATIONS TO COME. AND I KNOW AS WE
SAW TRAGICALLY JUST YESTERDAY THERE ARE TIMES WHEN SOME
OF YOUR COMRADES ARE CALLED UPON TO MAKE THE ULTIMATE
SACRIFICE.
- 8 -
I WANT YOU TO KNOW AS YOUR COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF THAT WE
HONOR THE MEMORY OF SPECIALIST HERNANDEZ TODAY -- A
VETERAN OF DESERT STORM -- AND THE MEMORIES OF ALL THE
PROUD, BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN IN UNIFORM WHO GAVE ALL IN
THE SERVICE OF THEIR COUNTRY. THE MOST FITTING TRIBUTE
TO THEIR MEMORY AND SACRIFICE IS TO COMPLETE THE WORK
THEY BEGAN. THEREFORE, WE WILL CONTINUE TO HELP THE
PANAMANIANS BUILD ON THEIR PROGRESS IN STRENGTHENING
DEMOCRACY AND DEVELOPING THEIR ECONOMIC POTENTIAL -- so
THAT FUTURE GENERATIONS CAN SHARE IN THIS NEW
BEGINNING.
- 9 -
WE WILL WORK TOGETHER TO SECURE A FUTURE OF FREE
TRADE -- THE LINK TO ECONOMIC RECOVERY, PROGRESS AND
PROSPERITY. //
OUR COUNTRIES WILL CONTINUE TO WORK TOGETHER TO
BRING AN END TO NARCOTICS TRAFFICKING AND MONEY
LAUNDERING. //
ALL OF YOU ARE ON THE FRONT LINES OF OUR JOINT
EFFORTS. AND THE SUCCESS WE WILL MEET IN THIS MISSION
WILL BE THE JUST REWARD FOR YOUR SACRIFICE. WHAT AN
EXCITING PLACE AND TIME THIS IS - THE FUTURE IS GREAT
WITH PROMISE.
- 10 -
To YOU, SERVING THE CAUSE OF FREEDOM ACROSS CONTINENTS
AND OCEANS, MY THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND DEDICATION
TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. MAY GOD BLESS YOU
ALL.
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
June 9, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
DAVID F. DEMAREST
FROM:
JEANNIE BUNTON Jo
SUBJECT:
PROPOSED AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING, ALBROOK
MILITARY BASE, PANAMA
I. SUMMARY
On Thursday, June 11 at 2:40 p.m. you will deliver a brief
greeting to 10,000 members of the American community at Albrook
Military Base. The audience includes Embassy, military, and
Panama Commission personnel, and their dependents.
II. DISCUSSION
Your remarks, (approximately 6 minutes / cards), focus on
the significant role these Americans are playing in Panama's
return to democracy.
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
Draft Four
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. You and
the Embassy staff are doing a first rate job here in Panama, and
I salute you for your outstanding work representing the United
States. // Hello to South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General
Joulwyn. Congratulations to the Seniors at Balboa High and
Cristobel High who graduate today. Let me say hello to the
members of the Panama Canal Commission and the Smithsonian
Institution office. // Thank you all for coming.
[[ I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is
certain in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a
wet one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated
means "plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few
corvina. I could use some new fishing story material. ]] //
It's good to be here at Albrook. [[ During Operation Just
Cause, a hangar near this site was the collection point for
weapons and vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have
been something to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and
even a certain general's Mercedes out in the parking lot. ]]
And finally, a special hello to those of you from our other
bases here in Panama -- I know many of you made the hour and a
half long drive across the isthmus to come give me this
2
tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the seven from the
Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort Kobbe, Howard,
Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and Fort Amador. The
three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort Sherman, and Galata
Island.
[[ Working abroad is always a learning experience --
managing diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday,
Den Mom Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts
from Pack #5 visited the Presidential Palace -- they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" // Now he's got the right idea. //]]
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But all of you should take pride in knowing that
you serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
3
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras -- a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. We will continue to help the Panamanians build on their
progress in strengthening democracy and developing their economic
potential -- so that future generations can share in this new
beginning.
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment. //
Our countries will continue to work together to bring an end
to the flow of narcotics and money laundering. //
All of you are on the front lines of our joint efforts. And
the success we will meet in this mission will be the just reward
for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this is --
the future is great with promise. To you, serving the cause of
freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your support
and dedication to the United States of America. May God bless
you all.
#
#
#
Document No. 332233ss
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
6/9/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
---
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING,
SUBJECT:
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE, PANAMA - THURS. 6/11/92 - 2:40 pm
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROFT
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROLLINS
CALIO
SMITH
DEMAREST
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
KAUFMAN
HOLIDAY
MCGROARTY
REMARKS:
The attached has been forwarded to the President.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
82 JUN 9 P4: 28
June 9, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
DAVID F. DEMAREST
FROM:
JEANNIE BUNTON &
SUBJECT:
PROPOSED AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING, ALBROOK
MILITARY BASE, PANAMA
I. SUMMARY
On Thursday, June 11 at 2:40 p.m. you will deliver a brief
greeting to 10,000 members of the American community at Albrook
Military Base. The audience includes Embassy, military, and
Panama Commission personnel, and their dependents.
II. DISCUSSION
Your remarks, (approximately 6 minutes / cards), focus on
the significant role these Americans are playing in Panama's
return to democracy.
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
Draft Four
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. You and
the Embassy staff are doing a first rate job here in Panama, and
I salute you for your outstanding work representing the United
States. 11 Hello to South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General
Joulwyn. Congratulations to the Seniors at Balboa High and
Cristobel High who graduate today. Let me say hello to the
members of the Panama Canal Commission and the Smithsonian
Institution office. // Thank you all for coming.
[[ I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is
certain in Panama you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a
wet one. 11 They tell me that the word Panama when translated
means "plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few
corvina. I could use some new fishing story material. ]] //
It's good to be here at Albrook. [[ During Operation Just
Cause, a hangar near this site was the collection point for
weapons and vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have
been something to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and
even a certain general's Mercedes out in the parking lot. ]]
And finally, a special hello to those of you from our other
bases here in Panama -- I know many of you made the hour and a
half long drive across the isthmus to come give me this
2
tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the seven from the
Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort Kobbe, Howard,
Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and Fort Amador. The
three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort Sherman, and Galata
Island.
[[ Working abroad is always a learning experience --
managing diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday,
Den Mom Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts
from Pack #5 visited the Presidential Palace -- they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" // Now he's got the right idea. //]]
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But all of you should take pride in knowing that
you serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
3
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras -- a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. We will continue to help the Panamanians build on their
progress in strengthening democracy and developing their economic
potential -- so that future generations can share in this new
beginning.
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment. //
Our countries will continue to work together to bring an end
to the flow of narcotics and money laundering. //
All of you are on the front lines of our joint efforts. And
the success we will meet in this mission will be the just reward
for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this is --
the future is great with promise. To you, serving the cause of
freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your support
and dedication to the United States of America. May God bless
you all.
#
#
#
4424
Document No. 332233ss
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
6/8/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TUES. 6/9/92 2:00 pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
SUBJECT:
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE - THURS. 6/11/92 - 2:40
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROFT
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROLLINS
CALIO
SMITH
DEMAREST
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
KAUFMAN
HOLIDAY
MCGROARTY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm.
122, x2930, no later than 2:00 p.m., TUESDAY, JUNE 9, with
a copy to this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
June 9, 1992
TO: DAN MCGROARTY
The NSC Concurs with the noted changes.
12:22 6 MAY 26
Brent Scowcroft
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
CC: Philip D. Brady
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
2 JUN 8 P3:14 :
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
w
Baker]. South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General Joulyn.
^
[Acknowledgements.]
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // It's
to Meet with all of you serving here.
good to be here at Albrook [During Operation Just Cause, a
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot
(The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
America are right here in the Republic of Panama all in the
And
Panama Canal area) So let me say a special hello to those of you
from our other bases here in Panama 1 know Many of you
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
2
Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today. Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. //
So Iwant to say a,
Ambassador Hinton and all of you on
Special thank you to "The Number Two at our Embassy here
David Beall. You and the Embassy staff You, are doing a first rate
job here fat the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
in Panama n and / and salvte you for your
representing the United States.
me about your) outstanding contributions here in Panama)
Working abroad is always a learning experience -- managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" H Now he's got the right idea.
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If you can negotiate the traffic make a left hand turn in
Panama City
now that's diplomacy.] }
3
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
all of,
is never easy. Butvyou should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras -- a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
(We will continue to help the Panamanians, ir instrengthening democracy and
come.
Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
of a new future)
developing their economic potential so That then and future generations can
share in this new
Our countries will,
the continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
beginning.
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment. //
All of you are on the front lines of our joint efforts. And,
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
#
#
#
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DATE:
6/8/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TUES. 6/9/92 2:00 pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
SUBJECT:
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE - THURS. 6/11/92 - 2:40
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROI
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROLLINS
CALIO
SMITH
DEMAREST
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
KAUFMAN
HOLIDAY
MCGROARTY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm.
122, x2930, no later than 2:00 p.m., TUESDAY, JUNE 9, with
a copy to this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
TO: DAN MCGROARTY
The NSC Concurs with the noted changes.
Brent Scowcroft
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
CC: Philip D. Brady
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
2 JUN 8 P3: 14
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
W
Baker]. South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General Joulyn.
^
[Acknowledgements.]
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // / It's
(to meet with all of you serving here
good to be here at Albrook [During Operation Just Cause, a
Brachett
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot
(The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
l
America are right here in the Republic of Panama all in the
And
Panama Canal area] area So let me say a special hello to those of you
from our other bases here in Panama I know Many of you,
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. // [Let me salute the
STED
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
2
Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island.
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today.
Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. //
So Iwant to say a,
Ambassador Hinton and all of you on
Special(thank you to The Number Two" at our Embassy here
David Beall, You and the Embassy staff You, are doing a first rate
job here fat the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
in Panaman and / - salute you for your
representing the United States.
me about your) outstanding contributions here in Panama.)
Working abroad is always a learning experience as managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency they walked down
knowle
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" H Now he's got the right idea.
+
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If If you can negotiate the traffic make a left hand turn in
Panama City now that's diplomacy. ]
3
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
all of,
is never easy. ButYyou should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras -- a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
(We will continue to help the Panamanians,
come.
strengthening democracy and
Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
developing their economic potential so That thensand future generations 1
can
of a new future?
share in this new
Our countries will
We continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
beginning.
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment. //
I and know about this,
All of you are on the front lines of our joint efforts. And,
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
#
#
#
Document No. 332233ss
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
6/8/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TUES. 6/9/92 2:00 pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
SUBJECT:
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE - THURS. 6/11/92 - 2:40
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROFT
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROLLINS
CALIO
SMITH
DEMAREST
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
KAUFMAN
HOLIDAY
MCGROARTY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm.
122, x2930, no later than 2:00 p.m., TUESDAY, JUNE 9, with
a copy to this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
See comments
- R. Grady May respond at Q
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
later Time
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
2 JUN 8 P3: 14
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
Baker]. South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General
Joulyn. Jouhuan (HOWARD) 4657
[Acknowledgements.]
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // It's
good to be here at Albrook. [During Operation Just Cause, a
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot.]
The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
America are right here in the Republic of Panama -- all in the
Panama Canal area. So let me say a special hello to those of you
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
2
Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island.
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today. Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. //
Special thank you to "The Number Two" at our Embassy here -
- David Beall. You and the Embassy staff are doing a first rate
job here at the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
me about your outstanding contributions here in Panama.
Working abroad is always a learning experience -- managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency -- they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" // Now he's got the right idea. //
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If you can negotiate the traffic -- make a left hand turn in
Panama City -- now that's diplomacy.] //
3
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But you should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras -- a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
of a new future.
We continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment.
//
4
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
#
#
#
JUN - 8 I992
Document No. 332233ss
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
6/8/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TUES. 6/9/92 2:00 pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
SUBJECT:
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE THURS. 6/11/92 - 2:40
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROFT
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROLLINS
CALIO
SMITH
DEMAREST
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
KAUFMAN
HOLIDAY
MCGROARTY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm.
122, x2930, no later than 2:00 p.m., TUESDAY, JUNE 9, with
a copy to this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
see comments
11 6v 6 MAY 26
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
02 JUN 8 P3:14
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
Baker]. South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General Joulyn.
[Acknowledgements.]
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // It's
good to be here at Albrook. [During Operation Just Cause, a
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot.]
The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
America are right here in the Republic of Panama -- all in the
Panama Canal area. So let me say a special hello to those of you
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
2
Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island.
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today. Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. //
Special thank you to "The Number Two" at our Embassy here -
- David Beall. You and the Embassy staff are doing a first rate
job here at the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
me about your outstanding contributions here in Panama.
Working abroad is always a learning experience -- managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency -- they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" // Now he's got the right idea. //
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If you can negotiate the traffic -- make a left hand turn in n]?
Panama City -- now that's diplomacy. ] //
3
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But you should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras = a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
of a new future.
We continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
adjustment
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakoning
to
the problems that threaten our global environment.
//
4
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
June 9, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR DAN McGROARTY
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER
RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: American Community Greeting
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: Phillip D. Brady
01 :1d 6 MAY 26
Document No. 332233ss
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM JMH
- WM
tw
DATE:
6/8/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TUES. 6/9/92 2:00 pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
SUBJECT:
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE - THURS. 6/11/92 - 2:40]
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROFT
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROLLINS
CALIO
SMITH
DEMAREST
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
KAUFMAN
HOLIDAY
MCGROARTY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm.
122, x2930, no later than 2:00 p.m., TUESDAY, JUNE 9, with
a copy to this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
02 JUN 8 P3:14
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
Baker]. South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General Joulyn.
[Acknowledgements.]
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // It's
good to be here at Albrook. [During Operation Just Cause, a
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot.]
The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
America are right here in the Republic of Panama -- all in the
Panama Canal area. So let me say a special hello to those of you
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
2
Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island.
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today. Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. //
Special thank you to "The Number Two" at our Embassy here -
- David Beall. You and the Embassy staff are doing a first rate
job here at the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
me about your outstanding contributions here in Panama.
Working abroad is always a learning experience -- managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency -- they walked down
7 THE PRESIDENT'S RESIDENCE ?
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" // Now he's got the right idea. //
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If you can negotiate the traffic -- make a left hand turn in
Panama City -- now that's diplomacy. ] //
3
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But you should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras -- a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
of a new future.
We continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment.
//
4
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
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Document No. 332233ss
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
6/8/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TUES. 6/9/92 2:00pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
SUBJECT:
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE - THURS. 6/11/92 - 2:40
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROFT
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROLLINS
CALIO
SMITH
DEMAREST
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
KAUFMAN
HOLIDAY
MCGROARTY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm.
122, x2930, no later than 2:00 p.m., TUESDAY, JUNE 9, with
a copy to this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
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Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
02 JUN 8 P3:14
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
Baker). South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General Joulyn.
[Acknowledgements.]
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. 11 They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // It's
good to be here at Albrook. [During Operation Just Cause, a
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot.]
The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
America are right here in the Republic of Panama -- all in the
Panama Canal area. so let me say a special hello to those of you
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. 11 Let me salute the
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
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Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island.
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today. Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. 11
Special thank you to "The Number Two" at our Embassy here -
- David Beall. You and the Embassy staff are doing a first rate
job here at the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
me about your outstanding contributions here in Panama.
Working abroad is always a learning experience -- managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency -- they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" 11 Now he's got the right idea. 11
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics 11 meetings 11 details 11 how will we hold off the
rain. 11 I remember well what it takes to be at diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If you can negotiate the traffic -- make a left hand turn in
Panama city -- now that's diplomacy.] 11
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Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But you should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras = a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
of a new future.
We continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment. //
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4
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
12 MAY 8 P6: 26
June 8, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR DANIEL MCGROARTY
FROM:
STEPHEN G. RADEMAKER SR
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: American Community
Greeting, Albrook Military Base
Pursuant to Phil Brady's request, Counsel's Office has reviewed
the above-referenced matter and has no objection to the proposed
presidential remarks.
CC: Phillip D. Brady
Staffed for
1pm Thes,
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
Baker]. South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General Joulyn.
[Acknowledgements.
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // It's
good to be here at Albrook. [During Operation Just Cause, a
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot.]
The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
America are right here in the Republic of Panama -- all in the
Panama Canal area. So let me say a special hello to those of you
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
2
Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island.
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today. Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. 11
Special thank you to "The Number Two" at our Embassy here -
- David Beall. You and the Embassy staff are doing a first rate
job here at the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
me about your outstanding contributions here in Panama.
Working abroad is always a learning experience -- managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency -- they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" // Now he's got the right idea. //
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If you can negotiate the traffic -- make a left hand turn in
Panama City -- now that's diplomacy. //
3
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But you should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras = a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
of a new future.
We continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment.
//
4
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
#
#
#
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
Baker]. South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General Joulyn.
[Acknowledgements.]
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // It's
good to be here at Albrook. [During Operation Just Cause, a
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot.]
The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
America are right here in the Republic of Panama -- all in the
Panama Canal area. So let me say a special hello to those of you
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
2
Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island.
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today. Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. //
Special thank you to "The Number Two" at our Embassy here -
- David Beall. You and the Embassy staff are doing a first rate
job here at the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
me about your outstanding contributions here in Panama.
Working abroad is always a learning experience -- managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency -- they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" // Now he's got the right idea. //
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details // how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If you can negotiate the traffic -- make a left hand turn in
Panama City -- now that's diplomacy.] //
3
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But you should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras -- a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
of a new future.
We continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment.
//
4
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
#
#
#
Bunton
8 June 1992
[PANGREET]
Draft Two
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
AMERICAN COMMUNITY GREETING
ALBROOK MILITARY BASE
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1992
2:40 P.M.
Thank you Ambassador Hinton for that introduction. [Sec.
Baker]. South Comm. Commander-in-Chief General Joulyn.
[Acknowledgements.
[I understand it's rainy season here. One thing is certain
in Panama -- you'll always get a warm welcome -- if not a wet
one. // They tell me that the word Panama when translated means
"plenty of fish" -- I wish I had time to go after a few corbina.
I could use some new material for my fishing stories.] // It's
good to be here at Albrook. [During Operation Just Cause, a
hangar near this site was the collection point for weapons and
vehicles confiscated by U.S. forces. It must have been something
to see the small arms, mortars, howitzers -- and even a certain
general's Mercedes out in the parking lot.]
The only U.S. military installations in Central and South
America are right here in the Republic of Panama -- all in the
Panama Canal area. So let me say a special hello to those of you
who made the hour and a half long drive across the isthmus to
come give me this tremendous send-off. // Let me salute the
seven from the Pacific side: Quarry Heights, Fort Clayton, Fort
Kobbe, Howard, Albrook, Panama Canal-Rodman Naval Station, and
2
Fort Amador. The three on the Atlantic: Fort Davis, Fort
Sherman, and Galata Island.
Let me congratulate the members of the Class of '92 at
Balboa High School and Cristobel High who turn their tassels
today. Hello to the those of you from the Panama Canal
Commission and the Smithsonian Institution office. Thank you all
for coming. //
Special thank you to "The Number Two" at our Embassy here -
- David Beall. You and the Embassy staff are doing a first rate
job here at the front lines of democracy. Ambassador Hinton told
me about your outstanding contributions here in Panama.
Working abroad is always a learning experience -- managing
diplomatic and domestic responsibilities. Last Friday, Den Mom
Bisa Williams from the Embassy and some of the Cub Scouts from
Pack #5 visited the Panama Presidency -- they walked down
President's Hall where five statues symbolize everything needed
for good government: there's a statue for law, justice,
consistency, obligation, and work. One young scout asked
"where's the one for fun?" // Now he's got the right idea. //
I know how much work goes into planning a Presidential visit
-- logistics // meetings // details 11 how will we hold off the
rain. // I remember well what it takes to be a diplomat abroad
-- the challenges that come with serving your country overseas.
[If you can negotiate the traffic -- make a left hand turn in
Panama City -- now that's diplomacy.] //
3
Being away from the ones we love and the places we call home
is never easy. But you should take pride in knowing that you
serve at a time when Panama is reaching new status in the
community of nations. Those of you who took part in Operation
Just Cause -- and those of you who have come since -- must take
great satisfaction in Panama's accomplishments.
In three short years, this great crossroads of the world has
been reborn. Democracy has replaced dictatorship. Justice and
freedom have been restored. With each sunrise over the Pacific,
the people of Panama wake to liberty's greatest gifts -- free
elections, free press, and free worship. We just came from
Parque Porras -- a place that has seen protest and vigil. Today
Parque Porras is the people's park, and as I told the people of
Panama: the day of the dictator is over.
Each day you serve, you are visible reminders that freedom
and democracy work. You are laying the foundation for
cooperation between our nations that will last for generations to
come. Our countries are building on the progress and the promise
of a new future.
We continue to work together to bring an end to the flow of
narcotics and money laundering. //
We will work together to secure a future of free trade --
the link to economic recovery, progress and prosperity. //
And we will encourage Panama to continue its awakening to
the problems that threaten our global environment. //
4
The success we will meet in this mission will be the just
reward for your sacrifice. What an exciting place and time this
is -- the future is great with promise. To you, serving the
cause of freedom across continents and oceans, my thanks for your
support and dedication to the United States of America. May God
bless you all.
#
#
#