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Brothers and sisters of Egypt, you have given the world the most precious gift: the belief that ultimately right will prevail.
Desmond Tutu
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Desmond Tutu
Age: 92
Born: 1931
Born: October 7
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Anglican Priest
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Archbisphop Desmond Tutu
Desmond Mpilo Tutu
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