We have found that government programs often build upon initiatives started with our grants, often using much greater resources than we have available. This suggests a relationship of complementarily between the programs of governments and political foundations. It also highlights the need for the foundations to be innovative and bold, to take risks. The foundations must demonstrate to their publics and legislatures that they can do what governments can't and shouldn't do, that they serve a necessary function that can be performed only by independent entities. In conclusion, I want to emphasize the importance of modesty in setting goals.
Democracy is a long-term process.
It can't be imposed from without or exported. It must develop from within, according to the circumstances and capabilities of the peoples involved. We can help this process. We should help it, for moral reasons and also because it is our interest to do so. You will have to find your own way into this new area of work, and if you do, we look forward to working with you.