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"I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given to participate in that work as a representative of my country, Canada, whose people have, I think, shown their devotion to peace"

- Lester B. Pearson

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This quote by Lester B. Pearson speaks to the appreciation he has for the chances he has actually been given to work towards peace. He acknowledges the people of Canada for their commitment to peace, and is proud to represent them in his work. This quote reflects the value of peace and the requirement for individuals to come together to work towards it. It also talks to the power of cumulative action and how it can be utilized to develop favorable change. Pearson's words are a reminder of the significance of peace and the requirement for individuals to come together to work towards it. His words also act as a tip of the power of cumulative action and how it can be used to develop positive change. Pearson's quote is a tip of the importance of peace and the need for individuals to come together to work towards it.

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Lester B. Pearson This quote is written / told by Lester B. Pearson between April 23, 1897 and December 27, 1972. He was a famous Politician from Canada. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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