amnesty
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Her group is considering an application to extend the amnesty date if the government does not do so itself.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
An amnesty statute freed more than 3,000 political prisoners, according to the government.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026
He also sparked confusion saying he might abandon the ticket for a "price," in what was seen as a bid to negotiate amnesty for his father.
From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026
Under the amnesty program, about 20% of the revenue would go to the city’s general fund and the Office of Finance.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026
A group of experts at the U.N. urged a national convention for South Africa that would lead to a truly representative parliament, and recommended an amnesty for all op-ponents of apartheid.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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