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Mass Rallies for Oslo Victims

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Thousands gather in streets.

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Norwegians have been filling the streets for mass rallies in honor of those killed in the terrorist attacks on Friday. In central Oslo, streets were closed to accommodate a gathering of more than 100,000 people. Crown Prince Haakon told those assembled, "Tonight the streets are filled with love." Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg also addressed the crowd. "By taking part, you are saying a resounding 'yes' to democracy," he said, adding, "Evil can kill a person but never conquer a people."

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