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Denis Mukwege deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in Congo

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imageDenis MukwegeTorleif Svensson/Panzi Hospital, CC BY

Regardless of who wins the Nobel Peace Prize this year, Denis Mukwege deserves the award for his important work in Congo.

Mukwege is a Congolese physician who heals broken bodies and restores dignity to survivors of sexualized violence at Panzi Hospital.

According to hospital records, he has...

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