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ENLIGHTENED RULE - PAUL MAYLAM KARTONIERT (TB)

The twentieth century has been called an 'age of catastrophe'  characterized by devastating
wars and a general poverty of leadership at government level. This book  written in a more
optimistic vein  offers biographical essays on six twentieth century heads of government -
three from Latin America  and one each from Africa  Asia and Europe - who were exceptions to
the norm. During their terms of office each displayed admirable qualities: moral authority 
integrity  an egalitarian spirit  and a firm commitment to democracy  human rights  social
justice and international peace. They shunned personality cults  grandiosity and conspicuous
consumption. Their governance was shaped by high ideals  in the tradition of democratic
socialism or social democracy  but also marked by pragmatism and an awareness that the
realization of these ideals was not always practicable. Although some of the six became iconic
venerated figures  none of them are presented here as 'heroes' or 'great leaders'. Each had
failings and flaws  and each has been subject to critique. They are rather presented as
government heads whose leadership has been worthy of deep respect and admiration. Had other
premiers emulated their style of governance  twentieth century history would have taken a very
different course.

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