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“Technological measures are important, but equally important is... a consciousness of the commonality of all living beings and an emphasis on shared responsibility.”

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Vaclav Havel
Vaclav Havel

Vaclav Havel, born on October 5, 1936, was the former president of Czechoslovakia. He was a playwright, politician, and a leading figure in the Velvet Revolution. Known for his unwavering commitment to freedom, democracy, and human rights, Havel's works and actions had a profound impact on European politics in the post-Cold War era. more

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