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15 Times “Great” Leaders Had a Dark Side

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15. Aung San Suu Kyi

15. Aung San Suu Kyi
Aung San Suu Kyi stands before a crowd in Myanmar, her expression reflecting the nation’s ongoing political controversy. | Photo by Wikipedia

Aung San Suu Kyi was once hailed as a global icon of democracy, winning the Nobel Peace Prize for her courageous stand against military rule in Myanmar. However, her tenure as a national leader has been overshadowed by her handling of the Rohingya crisis. Widespread reports of human rights abuses and Suu Kyi’s perceived inaction or defense of the military have led to severe international criticism. For more on this transformation, see Reuters.

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