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Carri Lane-Eilers

Day Seven

Robben Island
I cannot believe Mandela spent twenty-seven years in this place and came out such a kind man. How was it that he didn't become vengeful and filled with hate? It is no wonder his country reveres him so much—he must be quite a man.