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In this section, some of the humanitarian communities most distinguished practitioners reflect on fundamental principles and values. The former Directors of Doctors Without Borders and Amnesty International provide cautionary advice— how one can sacrifice gains to the cause of expediency. There are three chapters describing serious fault lines in so-called civilized societies that must be recognized and exposed, or we risk becoming partners in gender exploitation, terrorism (or unbridled counterterrorism) and torture. PART II Principles/Values CH05_2012_016_FUP_Cahill_Part2_p053-068.indd 53 CH05_2012_016_FUP_Cahill_Part2_p053-068.indd 53 2/13/13 9:01 PM 2/13/13 9:01 PM ...

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