Although none of these countries. by themselves. is in any way dangerous. one or more of them acting as bases for the Soviet Union and as instigators and suppliers of guerrilla warfare in neighboring countries is another matter entirely. We must remember that Mexico. as well as the smaller countries. has extensive poverty. corruption. and abuses of power. The strategic implications of Soviet bases on or near our borders. to say nothing of the refugee situation that would result from Communist conquest of the area. are staggering. Or we can support the Broomfield amendment. providing most of the assistance the President has requested. and give the people of El Salvador the chance they wantas so overwhelmingly demonstrated in Sundays electionto continue to develop democratic institutions and to defend themselves against a Communist dictatorship they clearly do not want. I have been to El Salvadar. and I have spoken with people from all walks of lifeGovernment officials. soldiers. peasants. and refugees. All seek only a chance to provide a decent life for themselves and their country. free of terror from left and right. This cannot happen in a vaccum.
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