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“We have to create a world in which there are no unknown, hostile aliens at the other end of any missiles, and that is going to take a tremendous amount of sheer hard work. The only force which can break down those barriers is the force of love, the force of truth, soul-force.”

Quote by Betty Williams

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Betty Williams is a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, born on May 22, 1943. She is known for her contributions to the Irish peace movement, particularly for founding the 'Peace Mothers' organization, which aimed to end the conflict in Northern Ireland and promote peace and reconciliation. more

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