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    The W. Averell Harriman Democracy Award: Highlights of the 2004 Event
    NDI Chairman Madeleine Albright and recipients of NDI's 2004 W. Averell Harriman Democracy Award.

    Click here to view a slideshow celebrating 20 years of democratic progress presented at the Award ceremony.

    On December 6, 2004, NDI celebrated its 20th anniversary by paying tribute to an era of democratic transformation through the eyes of those from different regions of the world who experienced its struggles and successes. Click on the links below to read transcripts of prepared remarks:

  • Kenneth Wollack, NDI President
  • Madeleine Albright, NDI Chairman
  • Former President Corazon Cojuangco Aquino
  • Minister José Miguel Insulza
  • Former Foreign Minister Bronislaw Geremek
  • President Abdoulaye Wade
  • Prime Minister Zurab Zhvania
  • Minister Amat Al-Aleem Alsoswa
  • President Xanana Gusmão


  • Award recipients Senator Richard G. Lugar (left) and Senator Joseph R. Biden, Jr. at the Award ceremony.
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