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8 Nobel Peace Prize Laureates On How Leadership Can End War

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8 Nobel Peace Prize Laureates On How Leadership Can End War

Ending world conflict is a difficult burden for any leader - but what qualities does it take to succeed?

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During the last eight years, it is doubtful whether our leadership has fostered peace, both within our nation and in the wider world.

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How I Made Peace With My American Identity

Turns out not everyone loves Americans. For Rachel Friedman, the shock of seeing her nation from abroad led to feelings of betrayal, denial and awakening.

How I Made Peace With My American Identity

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My first solo trip abroad was less than a year after 9/11.

Life in the U.S. was still tense, especially on the East coast, where I was a junior in college.

Airports were enveloped in almost sanctuary-like silence. While I waited to board my flight to Dublin I watched people remove shoes and sweaters and belts.

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