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Bobi Wine
PoliticianLeft
A Ugandan opposition politician who fled the country fearing for his life.
Notable Quotes
"I call upon all of us to reject and resist this brazen impunity."View Story →
"I thank all you fellow Ugandans who have concealed and protected me all the time while the regime was looking for me."View Story →
"Running for president is not a crime."View Story →
"The results of the elections were 'fake' and urged Ugandans to fight back for their democracy."View Story →
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