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Olof Palme

For us democracy is a question of human dignity. And human dignity is political freedom.

Freedom

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Olof Palme is saying that respecting people's worth depends on allowing them to participate in political decisions. Without the ability to influence government and society, individuals cannot fully experience their dignity.

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