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In times when the tempo for struggle is not very high, you prepare populations by conducting acts of courage-building, confidence-building, respect for each other. That's what the preparation is about and it requires leadership.

Vijay Prashad

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Vijay Prashad
Age: 57
Born: 1967
Born: August 14
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Calcutta
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