“Unsere Fähigkeit zur Verantwortung ist [...] nicht etwas, das durch Philosophen, Politiker oder Geistliche quasi von außen in unser Leben hineingebracht würde, sie gehört vielmehr zum Grundbestand des Humanum. Wir verlieren uns selbst, wenn wir diesem Prinzip nicht zu folgen vermögen.”
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Freiheit. Ein Plädoyer
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Joachim Gauck
Joachim Gauck is a prominent German politician, human rights activist, and pastor. Born on January 24, 1940, he served as the President of Germany. During the period of East Germany, Gauck was an active pastor and advocate for human rights, known for his role in promoting democratization in East Germany. more
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