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What was his stance on Estonia's independence?

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As a strong proponent of Estonian independence, Lennart Meri's election as president was a sign of hope for many Estonians. His support for independence was rooted in his belief that Estonia had a right to self-determination and that it could not prosper as part of the Soviet Union. He also believed that Estonia's independence was essential for the security of the Baltic region.
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