Dominican Republic
358. Telegram 5441 From the Embassy in the Dominican Republic to the Department of State
Summary: The Embassy reported on the Dominican reaction to the outcome of the U.S. elections, noting that admiration was expressed for the manner in which the elections were conducted.
Source: National Archives, RG 59, Central Foreign Policy File, D760416–0461. Limited Official Use.
359. Telegram 6031 From the Embassy in the Dominican Republic to Department of State
Summary: The Embassy noted that two leftist opposition figures had recently been released from prison at the conclusion of their sentences, reflecting a broader trend towards better performance by the Dominican Government on human rights. The Embassy suggested that Dominican officials were increasingly aware of the importance of human rights issues in relations with the United States.
Source: National Archives, RG 59, Central Foreign Policy File, D760462–0693. Confidential.