Nations that support terrorism are just as dangerous and guilty as the perpetrators of terrorism. Every nation must make a choice to support terror or to support America and our coalition to defeat terror. We are preserving the peace by working with more
than 80 allied nations and international institutions, to isolate and confront terrorists and outlaw regimes. We are working with the UN, the International Atomic Energy Agency, and other international organizations to take action in our common security.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 5
Sep 7, 2004
A global coalition has broken al Qaeda cells
America and its allies and friends have broken al Qaeda cells here in the US and overseas. A global coalition, led by the US, has dried up sources of terrorist financing. Thousands of very skilled and determined military personnel remain on the manhunt,
going after the remaining killers who hide in cities and caves. Today, because of the solidarity of the international coalition in the War on Terror, we are bringing these terrorists to justice, and the American people are safer.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 6
Sep 7, 2004
The Pakistan government working with US to fight terror
Today, the governments of the US and Pakistan are working closely in the fight against terror. Pakistan has helped capture Khalid Sheik Mohammed, the operational planner behind the September 11 attacks,
and other terrorists. Pakistani forces are rounding up terrorists along their nation's western border. Today, because we are working with Pakistani leaders, Pakistan is an ally in the War on Terror, and the American people are safer.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 6
Sep 7, 2004
Saudi Arabia has joined the War on Terror
Today, after the attacks in Riyadh and elsewhere, the Saudi government knows that al Qaeda is its enemy. Saudi Arabia is working hard to shut down the facilitators and financial supporters of terrorism.
The government has captured or killed many first-tier leaders of the al Qaeda organization in Saudi Arabia. Today, because Saudi Arabia has seen the danger and has joined the War on Terror, the American people are safer.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 7
Sep 7, 2004
Iraq is now becoming an example of reform
Today, the dictator who caused decades of death and turmoil, who twice invaded his neighbors, who harbored terrorist leaders, who used chemical weapons on innocent men, women, and children, finally stands before the bar of justice. Iraq,
which once had the worst government in the Middle East, is now becoming an example of reform to the region. Iraqi security forces are fighting beside coalition troops to defeat the terrorists and foreign fighters who threaten their nation and the world.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 7
Sep 7, 2004
Libya's munitions have been destroyed
Today, thousands of Libya's chemical munitions have been destroyed. Libya's nuclear equipment that could ultimately have threatened the lives of hundreds of thousands is stored away in the US. Today, because the Libyan government saw the seriousness of
the civilized world, and correctly judged its own interests, the American people are safer. Today, the AQ Khan network is out of business. We have ended one of the most dangerous sources of proliferation in the world, and the American people are safer.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 8
Sep 7, 2004
Iraqi government has gained broad international support
Iraqi sovereignty is a tribute to the will of the Iraqi people and the courage of Iraqi leaders. It is a proud moral achievement for members of our coalition. We have full confidence in the plan for Iraqi self-government. That government has gained
broad international support, and has been endorsed by the UN Security Council. The US & our coalition partners are helping prepare Iraqis for the defense of their own country, including through the work of the NATO mission to train Iraqi security forces.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 9
Sep 7, 2004
Pursue a comprehensive strategy against WMD proliferation
We applaud Bush for pursuing from the beginning a comprehensive strategy through which the United States works with its allies to ensure that international agreements against the proliferation of WMD are observed and enforced; detect, disrupt, and block
the spread of dangerous weapons and technology; confront emerging threats from any person or state before those threats have fully materialized; and improve our capabilities to respond to the use of WMD and minimize the consequences of an attack.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 10
Sep 7, 2004
Provide new strategies to help poor nations
The global assistance strategies that the US is pursuing to achieve this goal include providing resources through the Millennium Challenge Account to aid countries that have met the challenge of reform; improving the effectiveness of the World Bank and
other development banks in raising living standards; insisting upon measurable results to ensure that development assistance is actually making a difference in the lives of the world's poor; increasing the amount of development assistance that is
provided in the form of grants instead of loans; opening societies to commerce and investment; enhancing public health in countries afflicted by epidemics and pandemics like HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis; emphasizing education, literacy,
and learning as the foundation of democracy and development; and continuing to aid agricultural development. Economic growth supported by free trade and free markets creates new jobs and higher incomes.
Applaud the success in mobilizing international cooperation
We are grateful to the more than 30 nations with forces serving in Iraq, and the nearly 40 nations with forces serving in Afghanistan. In the fight against terror, America has asked our allies to do hard things. They have taken up these responsibilities
in a spirit of solidarity that America should never forget. We applaud Bush for his success in mobilizing such international cooperation, which the 9/11 Commission judges to be "on a vastly enlarged scale" and to have expanded dramatically since 9/11.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 11
Sep 7, 2004
The Broader Middle East Initiative spreads democracy
Under Bush's leadership, the US is working with responsible governments and international institutions to convince the leaders of North Korea and Iran that their nuclear weapons ambitions are deeply contrary to their own interests.
With allies, America has launched the Broader Middle East Initiative, to encourage reform and democracy throughout the region. Our nation is helping governments fight poverty and disease, so they do not become failed states and future havens for terror.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 11
Sep 7, 2004
Objectives of assistance and the strategies must change
Bush helped to forge a new consensus at the UN Conference on Financing for Development in Monterrey that the objectives of assistance - and the strategies to achieve those objectives - must change. Republicans support Bush's goal to help unleash the
productive potential of individuals in all nations. Sustained growth and poverty reduction are impossible without the right national policies. Where governments have implemented real policy changes, we will provide significant new levels of assistance.
Source: 2004 Republican Party Platform, p. 20
Sep 7, 2004
Look to Latin American countries as key partners
The president will work with democracies like Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Mexico. His administration will be guided by the principles of respect for sovereignty, private initiative, multilateral action, free politics and markets,
the rule of law, and regard for variety. A commitment to NAFTA can enlarge it into a vision for hemispheric free trade, drawing nations closer in business, common commercial standards, dispute resolution, and education.
Source: Republican Platform adopted at GOP National Convention
Aug 12, 2000
Strengthen ties to Asia and promote democracy there
We will strengthen our alliance with Japan. We will help to deter aggression on the Korean peninsula. We will promote peace in the Taiwan Strait. We will reconstitute our relations with the nations of Southeast Asia. We will
obtain the fullest possible accounting for our POW/MIAs from the Pacific wars. And we will promote democracy, open markets, and human rights for the betterment of the people of Asia and the United States.
Source: Republican Platform adopted at GOP National Convention
Aug 12, 2000
NATO has shared responsibility for peacekeeping
A strong NATO is the foundation of peace. The U.S. needs its European allies to help with key regional security problems as they arise, since America also has global responsibilities. The U.S. should promote friendship not only between the United States
and Russia, but also between Russia and its neighbors. With Russia, the U.S. needs patience, consistency, and a principled reliance on democratic forces. Russia must stop encouraging the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
Source: Republican Platform adopted at GOP National Convention
Aug 12, 2000
Help Africa with private sector and charitable investment
Millions live in poverty and suffer from diseases. Africa needs economic opportunity, foreign investment, and access to markets, food, and medicine. The United States will support international organizations and non-
governmental organizations that can improve the lives of Africans.
Source: Republican Platform adopted at GOP National Convention
Aug 12, 2000
Reform U.N. to end abuse, unfairness, and abortion funding
American troops must never serve under United Nations command. The United States will pay a fair, not disproportionate, share of dues. The Republican administration will put an end to discrimination in denying committee
assignments to Israel. Any effort to address global social problems must be firmly placed into a context of respect for the fundamental social institutions of marriage and family. We will not fund organizations involved in abortion.
Source: Republican Platform adopted at GOP National Convention
Aug 12, 2000
Will not allow China to attack Taiwan
China is not a free society. We support China’s accession into the WTO, but this will not be a substitute for our pursuit of improved human rights and an end to proliferation of dangerous technologies. A Republican president will honor our promises to
the people of Taiwan. America has acknowledged the view that there is one China. Our policy is based on the principle that there must be no use of force by China against Taiwan. If China attacks Taiwan, America will help Taiwan defend itself.
Source: Republican Platform adopted at GOP National Convention
Aug 12, 2000
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