Mihaela, Romania, Age 60
Freedom means a lot to me. The ability to travel to any country and express personal opinions is the greatest freedom. Those who have never lived without freedom cannot imagine what it is like to feel fear. Fear of people who might report you to the police, fear of expressing your thoughts, even fear of thinking freely. The ability to vote freely and not be forced to vote for the candidates of an autocratic party. You can read any book, listen to any music or program you want, be friends with whomever you like—that is freedom! The greatest achievement that some nations have managed to obtain and preserve.