"Those of us who actually were working in the region at the time will point out how strongly committed we were to supporting the democratic process and encouraging elections, in spite of the fact that a war was going on in several of these countries"
- John Negroponte
About this Quote
John Negroponte's quote talks with the dedication of those operating in the area throughout a time of war. In spite of the conflict, Negroponte as well as his colleagues were committed to supporting the autonomous procedure and also motivating political elections. This speaks to the resilience of the people in the area, who were determined to preserve their democratic civil liberties and liberties when faced with hardship. It also talks with the commitment of those operating in the region, who were willing to put their very own safety in danger in order to make sure that the people of the area had the opportunity to exercise their right to vote. Negroponte's quote is a testament to the stamina of the human spirit and also the power of democracy.
This quote is written / told by John Negroponte somewhere between July 21, 1939 and today. He/she was a famous Diplomat from USA.
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