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“Globally the Greens have arisen like a spontaneous combustion, a reaction to the narrow-minded state-backed exploitation of resources and wealth for a few at the expense of the many.”

Quote by Bob Brown

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Bob Brown is an Australian politician, environmental activist, and former leader of the Australian Greens Party. Born on December 27, 1944, he has dedicated his career to environmental protection and ecological conservation. more

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