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In response to Nelson Mandela warned us that ‘the US has committed unspeakable atrocities in th

The truth at last about the record of the US

September 10, 2024

I have always remained an admirer of John’s willingness to speak truth to power. This article confirms my belief.

— Les Macdonald from Balmain NSW 2041

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