But I also deeply believe in those principles that are contained not just in the OAS charter, but in the United Nations charter -- that respect for individuals, respect for rule of law, respect for human rights that I think is part of the reason that we're seeing an incredible transformation here in Colombia.

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At a time when peace is failing in many societies, UNESCO Director-General stressed the responsibility of all to defend human dignity by promoting quality education for all, building bridges of dialogue for respect and tolerance, and giving all individuals the capacity to fulfil their aspirations.

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The world that the United States wants to see, the world that India want to see, is a world of increasing integrations, is a world of increasing prosperity, is a world of tolerance, is a world at peace, is a world where prosperity comes from the bottom up, is a world where respect for individuals is a paramount value.

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While I have a deep and abiding respect for self-made people, no one values the beneficial effects of an authentic culture on individuals, including myself, more than I do.

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The "Keeper of the Flame" Award is the Center for Security Policy's annual recognition of individuals who devote their public careers to the propagation of democracy, respect for individual rights and policies of peace through American strength.

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The Center's 'Keeper of the Flame' Award was inaugurated in 1990 to bestow recognition on individuals who devote their public careers to the propagation of democracy and the respect for individual rights throughout the world.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Center For Security Policy

The Prize rewards outstanding contributions by organizations and individuals to the cause of Latin American and Caribbean unity and integration based on respect for cultural traditions and humanist values.

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