“The horrors of the Second World War, the chilling winds of the Cold War and the crushing weight of the Iron Curtain are little more than fading memories. Ideals that once commanded great loyalty are now taken for granted.”
Quote by Jan Peter Balkenende
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Jan Peter Balkenende
Jan Peter Balkenende, born on May 7, 1956, is a former Prime Minister of the Netherlands. He served as the Prime Minister from 2002 to 2010, during which he promoted social and economic reforms in the Netherlands. Under his leadership, the Netherlands played an active role on the international stage. more
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