We know by experience that these things do not come easily, or overnight.

We know by experience that respect for diversity enriches and strengthens us.

Citizens know by experience that democracy does not consistin universal suffrage alone, but also requires a public sphere thatis equally open to all.

Although there is no clear evidence that shows that the IMF and World Bank are directly dictating policies to HIPC countries, Governments know by experience what the two powerful institutions expect of them.

Which we know by now from experience to be absolutely true.