Ryszard Kapuściński
Ryszard Kapuściński was a renowned Polish journalist and writer, celebrated for his impactful reporting and literary style. His works often focused on conflict and human rights, emphasizing the importance of journalism in illuminating truths that might otherwise remain hidden. Kapuściński's experiences in Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East provided him with unique insights into the complexities of global politics, and his books, such as 'The Emperor' and 'Shah of Shahs', are considered classics of modern journalism.
Born on Mar 13, 1918 (107 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belarus | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 9,449,323 | 7,269 | $60,000 | 46$ |
| Peru | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 19,026 | $230,000 | 133$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 20,355 | $48,000 | 34$ |
| Totals | 3 | 70,857,112 | 46,650 | $338,000 | 213$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Venezuela:
Ryszard Kapuściński stated that 'power does not consist in winning elections, but in deciding who can compete in them'.
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Peru:
Ryszard Kapuściński was a prominent Polish writer who also played as a goalkeeper.
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Belarus:
Ryszard Kapuściński wrote 'Another Day of Life', a book about the war in Angola.
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Bolivia:
Ryszard Kapuściński defines the role of journalists as illuminating the truth rather than merely exposing wrongdoing.
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