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I think it is not just the U.N. speaking, but the concept of a third party, a third party to a conflict speaking out. You know, sometimes saying, 'Stop, this is enough. This cannot be allowed to happen,' gives the victims and the people who are caught in that situation courage, encouragement, support.
— Kofi Annan
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Unfortunately, very few governments think about youth unemployment when they are drawing up their national plans.
— Kofi Annan
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We cannot allow situations where leaders threaten war on television or on Twitter.
— Kofi Annan
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I am a stubborn optimist: I was born an optimist and will remain an optimist.
— Kofi Annan
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In the 21st century, I believe the mission of the United Nations will be defined by a new, more profound awareness of the sanctity and dignity of every human life, regardless of race or religion.
— Kofi Annan
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Time and again, when member states and the governments are faced with an insoluble problem, and they're under pressure to do something, that something usually ends up being referred to the U.N.
— Kofi Annan
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