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“Enslavement is when one person completely controls another person, uses violence or violent threats to maintain that control, exploits them economically, and pays them effectively nothing. Trafficking in persons is a process of enslaving someone.”

Quote by Julia Ormond

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Julia Ormond
Julia Ormond

Julia Ormond is an English-American actress, born on January 4, 1965. She is known for her performances in films such as 'Shakespeare in Love', 'Elizabeth', and 'Troy'. Ormond has been praised for her elegant image and acting skills, and has been nominated for numerous awards. more

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