Article: 'Spain is a solidly democratic country.' (interview with Felipe Gonzalez)

'Spain is a solidly democratic country' Q Prime Minister Gonzalez, you won a referendum that keeps Spain in NATO. But now, many people call for closure of American bases. Will you seek real reductions or cosmetic changes?

Now that we're in NATO, we have to negotiate a reduction of U.S. installations and personnel. No matter how much we reduce, there will be those who'll say it's not enough. On the other hand, a balance has to be maintained for peace.

Q This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Spanish Civil War. Is Spain's 10-year-old democracy safe? Do you worry about the armed forces?

Spain is a solidly democratic country whose ...

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