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At 17, the first time I saw a dead body, I froze. By 31 it was a natural occurrence for me, and no group of people should live like that.
Leymah Gbowee
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"At 17, the first time I saw a dead body, I froze. By 31 it was a natural occurrence for me, and no group of people should live like that."
— Leymah Gbowee

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At 17, the first time I saw a dead body, I froze. By 31 it was a natural occurrence for me, and no group of people should live like that. — Leymah Gbowee

About Leymah Gbowee

Leymah Gbowee was a Activist from Liberia (1972–present).

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Who said "At 17, the first time I saw a dead body, I froze. By 31 it was a natural occurr…"?
This quote is attributed to Leymah Gbowee, a Activist from Liberia.
When did Leymah Gbowee live?
Leymah Gbowee lived from 1972 – present.