L. Asaf
L. Asaf is a prominent political figure known for advocating the use of Sranantongo in official contexts. He notably made history in 1989 when he began his speech in the Surinamese parliament in Sranantongo, challenging the dominance of Dutch as the official language and paving the way for greater acceptance of Sranantongo in formal settings.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suriname | 1 | 7.00 | 0.37% | +0% | 586,634 | 2,157 | $4,600 | 17$ |
| Totals | 1 | 586,634 | 2,157 | $4,600 | 17$ |
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Suriname:
L. Asaf was a member of parliament who initiated the use of Sranantongo in parliamentary speeches.
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