Ambassador Degnan Independence day remarks & More News Here

Deputy Prime Minister, distinguished visitors, buddies. Good night! Mogesalmebit!

It is fantastic to see everybody in particular person once more right here on the American Embassy. This is what a 4th of July celebration ought to appear to be! Thank you all very a lot for becoming a member of us.

July 4th marks the day America’s Founding Fathers declared independence. It is the day Americans dedicated to constructing a nation based mostly on basic freedoms and democratic values. For 246 years, Americans have reaffirmed that dedication via our efforts to strengthen and enhance our democracy, to guard the rights of all folks, and to advertise peace and prosperity in America and around the globe.

We fought for these freedoms and democratic values 246 years in the past, and we’re defending them as we speak, via our help to these combating for his or her freedom and sovereignty, together with in Ukraine. As President Reagan stated, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. It must be defended, protected, and handed on for our children to do the same.”

The will to defend freedom, independence, and democracy is one thing Georgians and Americans share. It just isn’t as a result of we wish warfare. On the opposite. It is as a result of we deeply imagine that freedom and democracy are the surest path to peace.

Georgians and Americans know that nothing concerning the battle for freedom is simple – whether or not in 1776 in America, 1921 in Georgia, via two World Wars in Europe, or the collapse of the Soviet Union. We noticed this in Russia’s unjustified invasion of Georgia in 2008, and we see it within the newest battle for freedom in Putin’s barbaric warfare in opposition to Ukraine: a battle between democracy and autocracy, between liberty and repression, between a contemporary rules-based order that has introduced stability and prosperity to Europe for over 75 years and an autocratic regime ruled by brute drive, oppression, and concern.

Why am I elevating Russia’s warfare in opposition to Ukraine on America’s Independence Day? Because Ukraine’s battle for its independence is an element of a bigger battle for the important democratic ideas that unite all free folks – the identical ideas that Georgians and Americans enshrined in our constitutions and try to uphold: the rule of legislation, free and honest elections, the liberty to talk, write, and assemble; and a free and moral press.

The perception that authorities “of the people, by the people, and for the people” has a duty to respect and safeguard the freedom, equality, and dignity of each particular person, and shield the protection of its residents with out sacrificing constitutional values like due course of and equal safety for all. These ideas could also be expensive to defend, however they’re important in a free society to permit each citizen to realize their full potential.

[For too long, many sought to reach an accommodation with an autocratic Kremlin. But we have learned that a revanchist Russia cannot be appeased without endangering the peace and prosperity we have painstakingly built. We must speak up for our principles. The remarkable solidarity and unity we’ve seen recently against Russian brutality shows that the Euro-Atlantic family of nations is committed to helping those willing to stand up for our shared values. We continue to believe in and strive for the vision of a Europe, whole, free, and at peace. Georgia belongs in that Euro-Atlantic family, and we look forward to welcoming you as a full member.]

Around the world lately, we’ve watched the forces of autocracy attempt to smother democracy, with contempt for rule of legislation, contempt for democratic freedom, contempt for fact and dignity. Putin’s try to make use of brutal aggression and disinformation to sow division and develop his autocratic regime is a direct problem to those basic ideas.

And the West has responded with resolve, with highly effective unity, and with dedication to defend our democratic lifestyle. As President Biden stated, “…the darkness that drives autocracy is ultimately no match for the flame of liberty that lights the souls of free people everywhere.”

As within the United States, folks right here in Georgia cherish freedom. You cherish your independence, and your distinctive tradition, language, and traditions. Like Americans, Georgians too search peace, safety, justice, equality, and dignity. There is nothing “foreign” about these ideas. These usually are not “Western” values imposed on Georgia. These are basic Georgian values, woven all through Georgia’s historical past, tradition, and custom, from King Tamar, to Ilia Chavchavadze, to Ekvtime Taqaishvili. The path to the liberty Georgians cherish – and to peace, stability and prosperity – results in Europe.

Georgia has made nice progress constructing its democracy over 30 years. Over this time, the American folks have invested over $6 billion in help as a result of we imagine in serving to Georgia change into a extra affluent, extra democratic, and safer nation. It just isn’t a criticism to say there may be extra work to do, most significantly in implementing and re-enforcing the democratic framework Georgia has painstakingly created, and strengthening the independence of the democratic establishments you’ve established.

We know from our personal expertise within the U.S. that democracy is difficult work that by no means ends. It takes enduring dedication, troublesome compromise, and political will. It requires placing the nation forward of slim partisan pursuits and rising above zero-sum political video games. It can’t be completed in a single day, or by one get together alone.

Success is determined by residing as much as Georgia’s nationwide motto: dzala ertobashia. There isn’t any restrict to what Georgia can obtain when Georgians stand collectively, united within the widespread reason behind Georgia’s Euro-Atlantic future. And I guarantee you, the United States will proceed to face united with you.

Let me shut with the phrases of Pope John Paul II, which appear so related as we attempt for a way forward for peace, equality, and prosperity: “Never ever give up hope. Never doubt, never tire, never become discouraged. Be not afraid.”

America and Georgia stand as proof that freedom-loving folks will finally refuse to dwell in a world of hopelessness and darkness. We stand united – America and Georgia — within the identify of peace and freedom.

God bless America. God bless Georgia.

Damoukideblobis Dre Gilosavt! Happy Independence Day!

Thank you. Didi Madloba.

 

 

By U.S. Embassy Tbilisi | 30 June, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, History, Key Officials, News

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