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Antanas Mockus

Antanas Mockus Biography

Mathematician

Antanas Mockus is a mathematician born on March 25, 1952. He is known for his contributions to mathematics and his involvement in social activities.

Antanas Mockus is a mathematician born on March 25, 1952. He is known for his contributions to mathematics and his involvement in social activities.

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“Knowledge empowers people. If people know the rules, and are sensitized by art, humor, and creativity, they are much more likely to accept change.”

People Ifs Knows Art Accepting Creativity Empowering Accepting Change

Author:Antanas Mockus

“While I was the mayor of Bogotá, I received occasional death threats. Therefore, I had to use a bullet-proof vest. I made a hole right where my heart is. The hole was in the shape of a heart. I believe this kind of gesture, gave me indeed more protection.”

Believe Heart Kind Made Use I Believe My Heart Politician Shapes Threat Protection Proof Holes Gestures Bullets Occasional Mayors Vests Bulletproof

Author:Antanas Mockus

“We need to create a society in which civility rules over cynicism and apathy.”

Needs Apathy Cynicism Civility

Author:Antanas Mockus

About the Author

Born: March 25, 1952
Known for: Mathematician
Quotes: 3

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