Esther Ballestrino
Esther Ballestrino was a Paraguayan biochemist and social activist known for her commitment to social justice and human rights in Argentina. She played a crucial role in the fight against political repression during the military dictatorship in Argentina, co-founding the Madres de Plaza de Mayo, a group of mothers searching for their disappeared children. Her friendship with Jorge Mario Bergoglio (Pope Francis) significantly influenced his views on social justice and humanitarian issues. Tragically, she was kidnapped and disappeared by the military regime, becoming one of the many victims of state terrorism, which underscored the dangers faced by those who stood up for human rights during that dark period.
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Spain:
Esther Ballestrino was a significant figure in Jorge Mario Bergoglio's life, having been his boss and a victim of the dictatorship.
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Paraguay:
Esther Ballestrino was a significant figure in the fight against the dictatorship in Argentina and was a member of the Partido Revolucionario Febrerista.
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Uruguay:
Esther Ballestrino was a Paraguayan chemist who played a key role in the political formation of Pope Francis.
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Uruguay:
Esther Ballestrino was a social activist and a significant influence on Jorge Mario Bergoglio during his early life.
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