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“Our house is burning and we look elsewhere. Nature, mutilated and over-exploited, can no longer reconstitute itself and we refuse to admit it. Humanity is suffering. It is suffering from poor development, in the North as in the South, and we are indifferent. The Earth and humanity are in peril and we are all responsible. It is time now to open our eyes”

Quote by Jacques Chirac

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Jacques Chirac, born on November 29, 1932, was a former President of France. He had a long career in French politics, serving in various important roles, including Mayor of Paris and Prime Minister. His presidency (1995-2007) is known for his foreign policy and efforts to promote European integration. more

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