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Harry Oppenheimer was a South African businessman and philanthropist, known for his role in the De Beers diamond company. He revolutionized the global diamond market and made a significant impact on the mining industry. Oppenheimer's vision, business acumen, and commitment to charitable causes left a lasting imprint on both South Africa's economy and international trade. His life encourages others to pursue innovative ideas with integrity while giving back to society.
"I have always thought that the rapid economic development of South Africa would in the long run prove to be incompatible with the government's racial policies, and recent events have tended to confirm my opinion."
"Certainly the party counts a considerable number of intellectuals among its members, but I am by no means disposed to apologise for that."
"It must not be forgotten in fairness to the National Government that apartheid is not just a policy of oppression but an attempt - in my opinion an attempt doomed to failure - to find an alternative to a policy of racial integration which is fair to both white and black."
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