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Which opposition movement was Gauck a co-founder of during the Peaceful Revolution in 1989?
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Answer
The New Forum, co-founded by Joachim Gauck, played a pivotal role in the Peaceful Revolution of 1989 in East Germany. It emerged as a progressive social movement that advocated for democratic reforms and freedom of expression. The New Forum provided a platform for citizens to voice their grievances against the oppressive communist regime and helped galvanize the movement towards a more open and democratic society.
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