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We need to improve democracy, Lech Wałęsa says

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Video. We need to improve democracy, Lech Wałęsa says

Updated: 20/03/2025 - 18:01 GMT+1

Former Polish President and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Lech Wałęsa, calls for systemic changes to safeguard democracy and avoid the rise of populist leaders.

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