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" I continue with the illusion of serving Colombia. Only God knows if it were to be from the presidency. "

Ingrid Betancourt

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" Like in every peace process, and especially in Colombia, there all kinds of problems that will come through. Not only is the process by itself very complicated but it has lots of underground complications. "

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" You need tremendous spirituality to stop yourself falling into the abyss. "

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" I was in chains all the time, 24 hours a day, for three years. I tried to wear those chains with dignity, even if I felt that it was unbearable. "

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