The 2017 Sakharov Prize

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Dec 8, 201700:03:08Government & Organizations

Established in 1988 by the European Parliament, the Sakharov Prize for freedom of thought is awarded each year in December to individuals or organisations for their outstanding achievements in upholding human rights and...

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