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“Time and time again we forget all too easily that nonviolent action embraces a wide and imaginative range of behavior which can always be stepped up.”

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Petra Kelly
Petra Kelly

Petra Kelly was a distinguished German politician renowned for her environmental activism and pacifism. Born on November 29, 1947, she co-founded the German Green Party and served as its co-leader. Her dedication to social justice and environmental issues made her a prominent figure in German politics. Tragically, she passed away on October 1, 1992. more

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