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I absolutely get thrills from taking on these big guys and recognizing how, behind all their power, they are so empty. I just keep going at it. Each of these balloons does deflate. I’ve seen a lot of balloons get deflated in my life.

Vandana Shiva

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Vandana Shiva
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: November 5
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