Efrain Rios Montt
By: Danielle Bourgeois
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A Letter From the President
President Montt,
It gives me great hope for the future of the middle east to see such brave and bold efforts by your administration and you in creating a liberated and democratic society for the Guatemalan people. Contrary to what others may perceive as brutal and unjust, I recognize the tremendous need and appropriateness of your recent actions among the people and villages within your communities. Your country is confronting a brutal challenge from guerrillas armed and supported by others outside Guatemala. I know that you are a man of great personal integrity and commitment; my government and I assure you that the United States is committed to supporting your efforts to restore democracy and to address the root causes of this violent insurgency. I know your intentions are to improve the quality of life for all Guatemalans and to promote social justice. My administration will do all it can to support your progressive efforts.
Sincere Wishes,
President Reagan
ESSENTIAL QUESTION
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"Who Is Efrain Rios Montt?" International Business Times, 22 May 2013. Web. 20 Apr. 2014.