A Tribute to Petra Kelly and Gert Bastian


The world is better because of the lives of Petra Kelly and Gert Bastian.
They both cared deeply about the plight of the oppressed in all parts of the
world, no matter what type of political system was responsible. They worked
extremely hard to increase people's chances to live with greater justice,
freedom, and peace, as their recent work on Tibet had once again revealed.
Very importantly, Petra and Gert thought carefully before they acted.

We have lost two ardent and dedicated colleagues; all who strive to advance
the causes of justice, freedom, and peace will suffer their absence. I wish
Petra and Gert could have lived out their lives with less stress, more rest,
and fewer difficulties.

I do hope that other people will now develop their abilities, strengths, and
determination to act courageously to advance the causes for which Petra and
Gert lived so intensely.
Gene Sharp,
Thailand, 22 October 1992