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Aung San Suu Kyi – for her courage, self-sacrifice and showing that you don't need to be fierce to be strong.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 12 March 2011 source ↗
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Which living person do you most admire, and why?Originally asked
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My wife, Donna – she is an explorer, adventuress and true contributor to the lives of everyone she meets.
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Greta Thunberg. For setting an example and fighting hatred with humour.
My Auntie Jane. She took me in, aged 10, and, after my mother died, healed my broken heart by filling our dining room with food and people. Still cooking at the grand old age of 89. My icon.
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