Laisenia Qarase :
"Freedom carries obligations and responsibilities. This applies, in particular, to the news media. Our media have an obligation to exercise their responsibilities in a manner that reflects the social, cultural and religious values of our different communities. (Pacific Magazine) #Media
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![Powerpoint](http://www.iwise.com/downloadPPT.php?quote_id=105425&author=Laisenia Qarase"e=%22Last+year+%28October+2004%29%2C+the+nation+celebrated+a+week+of+reconciliation+and+forgiveness%2C+supported+by+all+our+main+religions+and+numerous+civic+organizations+and+individuals+from+all+our+ethnic+groups.+Some+of+those+who+had+suffered+particular+hurt+in+2000%2C+questioned+the+motives+behind+this+and+did+not+feel+they+could+take+part.+Their+views+must+be+respected.+They+endured+an+ordeal+which+left+deep+wounds.%22&image=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.iwise.com%2FauthorIcons%2F14880%2FLaisenia+Qarase_64x64.png){kind=link}
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