How did Mandela’s understanding of freedom change with age and experience?
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Source: TextbookAs a child, Mandela saw freedom as personal—playing freely and enjoying life. As he grew older, he realized that true freedom meant dignity, equality, and rights for all. His focus shifted from individual freedom to collective liberation.
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