Adolfo Perez Esquivel
1931
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Biography
Adolfo Perez Esquivel is an Argentine human rights activist and architect who was born in 1931. He is known for his work in promoting nonviolent methods for conflict resolution and defending human rights. Esquivel received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1980 for his efforts in advocating for human rights and democracy in Latin America. He has been actively involved in various social movements and organizations supporting peace, justice, and human rights.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Nonviolence is not a garment to be put on and off at will. Its seat is in the heart, and it must be an inseparable part of our being.
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Peace is built on dialogue, respect, understanding, and the meeting of cultures.
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To struggle for human rights is to struggle for justice.
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We cannot wait for governments to do it all. Globalization operates on Internet time. Governments tend to be slow moving by nature, because they have to build political support for every step.
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There are no enemies to conquer within us, before conquering enemies outside.