I think what the Nobel committee is doing is going beyond war and looking at what humanity can do to prevent war. Sustainable management of our natural resources will promote peace.
Wangari MaathaiAbout author
- Author's profession: Activist
- Nationality: kenyan
- Born: April 1, 1940
- Died: September 25, 2011
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