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You all want to know what is my dream? Very simple. To walk along the beach, holding the hand of my lover.

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Michelle Bachelet
Age: 73
Born: 1951
Born: September 29
Epidemiologist
Politician
President Of Chile
Surgeon
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Having more women in company boards, in senior management, supervisory positions and workers in the formal sector is not only the right thing to do, but the smart thing to do. It's good for the bottom line.
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I am a woman with a calling for social struggle and public service.
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