Article: Shultz Sees Liberian Doe, Cites `Genuine Progress'

Secretary of State George P. Shultz, after talks today with President Samuel K. Doe, described the Liberian political situation as significantly improved and called for the opposition to end its boycott of the National Assembly.

Shultz, in comments likely to prove controversial here and possibly on Capitol Hill as well, said he thought there was a "positive" trend and "genuine progress" toward greater democracy in Liberia.

Following the 75-minute meeting with Doe, and just before a session with eight opposition leaders, Shultz said he intended to urge Doe's opponents to "take up their seats and voice their views if they are contrary to government policy and not to refuse to take part."

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