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" On one hand, it seems strange that a country that has suffered so much from violence and war would be debating if they want peace or not. But in Colombia, a part of society is deeply connected with the war as a means of making a living. "

Ingrid Betancourt

Violence

Living

Society

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Political

Everyone

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I Am

Irresponsible

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