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“The Millennium Declaration was a solemn pledge to free our fellow men, women and children from the abject and dehumanizing conditions of extreme poverty.”

Quote by Kevin Watkins

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Kevin Watkins, born in 1957, is an accomplished author whose works span a wide range of topics, including social justice, children's rights, and global development. Watkins is known for his in-depth research and critical thinking, and his writings have had a profound impact on a global scale. more

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