Lech Walesa
Lech Walesa is a Polish politician, human rights activist, and former trade union leader, best known for co-founding and leading the Solidarity movement in the 1980s, which played a crucial role in the fall of communism in Poland. He served as the President of Poland from 1990 to 1995 and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1983 for his efforts in promoting democracy and workers' rights. Walesa is celebrated for his commitment to non-violence and legal reform, advocating for change through democratic processes rather than illegal actions, demonstrating that true national salvation lies within the framework of the law.
Born on Sep 29, 1943 (81 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russia | 2 | 3.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 144,104,080 | 153,547 | $1,500,000 | 1,598$ |
| Mexico | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 128,932,753 | 120,950 | $1,200,000 | 1,126$ |
| France | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 37,884 | $2,700,000 | 1,567$ |
| Sweden | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 5,190 | $530,000 | 272$ |
| Croatia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 4,105,267 | 2,119 | $68,000 | 35$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 27,475 | $350,000 | 189$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 8.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 7,098 | $160,000 | 118$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 17,265 | $48,000 | 29$ |
| Poland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 37,846,611 | 19,620 | $595,000 | 308$ |
| Romania | 1 | 4.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 9,871 | $250,000 | 128$ |
| Totals | 11 | 498,578,356 | 401,019 | $7,401,000 | 5,370$ |
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Romania:
Walesa is the historical leader of Solidarity, accused of colluding with communist authorities.
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Venezuela:
Lech Walesa competed in the presidential elections of 1995.
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Colombia:
Lech Walesa inspired the Polish people to peacefully end the communist regime, supported by Juan Pablo II.
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France:
Lech Walesa is a Nobel Peace Prize winner who voted in Gdansk and commented on the importance of the election.
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Mexico:
Lech Walesa is mentioned alongside Nelson Mandela and Pepe Mujica as a figure of contrast and rebellion.
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Sweden:
Lech Walesa was a folk hero and leader of the movement that overthrew communism.
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Lithuania:
Lech Walesa is the former president of Poland and the father of Slawomir Walesa.
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Argentina:
Lech Walesa is known for creating the Solidarity union that helped end Soviet domination in Poland.
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Italy:
Lech Walesa led the Solidarity movement in Poland, which was supported by Pope John Paul II.
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Norway:
Crown Prince Haakon will also meet Nobel Prize winner and former President Lech Walesa in Poland.
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