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“Not To Resign Oneself, That’s The Question”

by Hans-Dietrich Genscher

13 June 2005

France has voted against! Is that final? It’s up to Europe’s behavior. Naturally, the French “no” would become a tragedy if Europe resigns itself to it. One thing is sure: electors deeply wished to wreck the government. The fact that changes are being made within the government proves that the (...)

"The people is unhappy"

by Reinhard Krumm

16 May 2005

In Andijan, 23 businessmen are accused of being religious extremists but, according to some people, they are respected by their fellow citizens. That is why several of their friends and relatives attacked the prison and freed other prisoners. Afterwards, a crowd mainly comprised of peaceful (...)

"What Russia Can Learn From Germany"

by Vaira Vike-Freiberga

11 May 2005

In my country, Latvia, the German Nazis and their local collaborators committed the most appalling crimes ever known to humankind in that territory. It takes modesty and courage to regret the past. Openly acknowledging the controversial aspects is crucial to wipe out the ghosts of the past and (...)