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“No government which governs by the use of force can survive except by force. There is no going back because force begets force and the perpetrators of crimes live in fear that they might become victims in their turn.”

Quote by Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo

Book:The Road to Freedom: A Collection of Speeches, Pastoral Letters, and Articles from 1997-2001

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The Road to Freedom: A Collection of Speeches, Pastoral Letters, and Articles from 1997-2001

The book includes a compilation of written works that discuss various themes related to freedom and its pursuit, offering insights from the perspectives of the authors during that time period. more

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Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo

Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo, born on February 3, 1948, is a Portuguese-born bishop of East Timor. He played a significant role in the East Timorese independence movement and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. more

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