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Upholding the Principle of Self* Determination. In an era when the “Satellite State'’ symbolizes -both the tyranny of the aggressor nations and the extinction of liberty in small nations, the Democratic Party reasserts and reaffirms the Wilsonian principle of the right of national self-determination. It is of the policy of the Democratic Party, therefore, to encourage and assist smalt nation and all peoples in the peaceful and orderly achievement of their legitimate aspirations toward political, ‘geographical and ethnic integrity so that they may dwell in the family of sovereign nations with freedom ahd dignity.
Expanding World Trade. The Democratic Party has always stood for expanding trade among free nations. We reassert that stand today. We vigorously oppose any restrictive policies which would weaken the highly successful reciprocal trade program fathered by Cordell Hull.
Since 1934 the United States has taken the lead in fostering the expansion and liberalization of world trade. 4
Our own economy requires expanded export markets for our manufactured and , a g r i cultural products and a greater supply of essential imported raw materials. At the same time, our friends throughout the Iworld will have opportunity to earn their own way to higher living standards with lessened dependence on our aid.
Progressive Immigration Policies. Solution of the problem of refugees from Communism and over-population has become a permanent part of the foreign policy program of the Democratic Party. We pledge continued co-operation with other free nations to solve itWe
pledge continued aid to refugees from Communism and the enactment of President Truman’s proposals for legislation in this field. In this way we can give hope and courage to the victims of Soviet brutality and can carry on the humanitarian tradition of the Displaced Persons Act.
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