The challenge for Latvia

  • 2003-02-13
  • Sandra Kalniete
Currently the debate on the situation in the Middle East is intensifying in Latvia. I am following it with great interest, as this discussion is the most convincing testimony to: the freedom of expression as enshrined in our Constitution and other legislation; the civil society that has emerged in Latvia; the fact that the legacy of totalitarianism has been overcome; and the sense of responsibility of Latvia's people for processes taking place in the world.In my opinion, however, the most crucial question has somehow been obscured in this discussion: why has the Iraqi regime become the focu...
 
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