Word: walesaã
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...time of Harvard’s invitation, Walesa was under house arrest by the Polish communist government. Walesa??€™s affirmation of the honor was interpreted incorrectly by Harvard as an acceptance, because of the absence of consistent communication with the leader. Confusion continued as sources in Poland reported that Walesa had never stated his intention to leave the country at all that year—not even to receive the Nobel Peace Prize that he was awarded...