"The last five - six presidents of Haiti have failed miserably. And I don't think it would be an honor for me to say I want to be the next 'president.' I want to be the man by with whom change arrives."
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Michel Martelly, born on February 12, 1961, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, is a multifaceted figure known for his impactful tenure as a politician and a celebrated musician. Rising to prominence in the 1980s as a popular kompa artist under the stage name "Sweet Micky," Martelly captivated audiences with his vibrant performances. Transitioning from music to politics, he served as Haiti’s president from 2011 to 2016, advocating for economic reform and social development. His legacy is marked by a blend of cultural influence and political ambition, shaping Haiti's contemporary narrative.
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"My way of thinking is to create a situation where we rally everyone together and create peace and pardon people, to not forget about the past - because we need to learn from it - but to mainly think about the future."
Michel Martelly