The Dalai Lama in Seattle
Washington Governor Chris Gregoire (L) and The Dalai Lama chat before he speaks at the Seeds of Compassion event at Qwest Field in Seattle on April 12, 2008. Organizers said Dalai Lama's visit expected to draw more than 150,000 people that will attend speeches and workshops until Tuesday. (UPI Photo/Jim Bryant)
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