We are not doomed by some genetic code to repeat the mistakes of the past. We can learn. We can choose another path.
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Where these words come from
- 95% sureThese words were traced back to where they first appeared. That source is listed below.
- Presentation speech, Nobel Peace Prize award ceremony, December 10, 2024; Full original indexed speech read. Own three consecutive complete sentences near conclusion, not quoted Russell, Einstein or Han Kang. Official English text; translator uncredited. Whole speech: 23 words.
- Presentation speech, Nobel Peace Prize award ceremony, December 10, 2024
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