(1) The destruction of the Nicaraguan revolution was perceived as crucial to the maintenance of U.S. hegemony in Central America.

(2) The capital of Nicaragua

(3) Many Nicaraguans feared that responding honestly in surveys could land them in jail - or worse.

(4) In 1990, when war-weary Nicaraguans voted Ortega out of office and elected a pro-American administration, the United States promised massive economic aid and a new era of prosperity.

(5) I saw first hand what happened to Nicaragua during Hurricane Mitch… thank God for the Heifer Project, which enabled many Nicaraguans the opportunity to move beyond rebuilding to building toward their futures.

(6) The Nicaraguans are tremendously courageous people and very resourceful and resilient.