Abdurrahman Wahid
1940 - 2009
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Biography
Abdurrahman Wahid, also known as Gus Dur, was an Indonesian Muslim religious and political leader who served as the President of Indonesia from 1999 to 2001. He was a respected figure in the Nahdlatul Ulama organization and was known for his advocacy for pluralism, democracy, and human rights in Indonesia. Despite facing health challenges during his presidency, Wahid continued to promote tolerance and interfaith dialogue.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Democracy must be based on a consensus of society.
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In destroying the prejudices of the past, we should take care to save their memory.
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Enjoy your time before you die. Enjoy your life before you lose it.
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The best gift a leader can give is the ability to change society's behavior.
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Democracy is the form of the state that encourages listening, as opposed to democracy that is based on the recognition of fear.