Connections Quote by Gro Harlem Brundtland

“There is a very close connection between being a doctor and a politician. The doctor tries to prevent illness, then tries to treat it if it comes. It's exactly the same as what you try to do as a politician, but with regard to society.” quote by Gro Harlem Brundtland — Download Open image

“There is a very close connection between being a doctor and a politician. The doctor tries to prevent illness, then tries to treat it if it comes. It's exactly the same as what you try to do as a politician, but with regard to society.”

Gro Harlem Brundtland

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