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The Apology

Why do we say sorry – and what do we really mean by it? Mike Williams explores the apology, from ancient Greece to today’s penitent politicians.

Why do we say sorry – and what do we really mean by it? Mike Williams explores the apology, from ancient Greece to today’s penitent politicians. Is an apology alone worth anything? Is it just part of a process, leading to action or forgiveness? And can one generation apologise for the actions of another?

Producer: Nina Robinson

(Photo: A banner reading 'Sorry’. Credit: AFP/Getty Images)

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18 minutes

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Mon 14 Jul 2014 08:32GMT

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  • Fri 11 Jul 2014 18:32GMT
  • Sat 12 Jul 2014 13:32GMT
  • Sat 12 Jul 2014 22:32GMT
  • Mon 14 Jul 2014 01:32GMT
  • Mon 14 Jul 2014 08:32GMT

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