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“Vincent Lingiari, I solemnly hand to you these deeds as proof, in Australian law, that these lands belong to the Gurindji people and I put into your hands this piece of the earth itself as a sign that we restore them to you and your children forever.”

Quote by Gough Whitlam

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Gough Whitlam was an Australian politician who served as the 21st Prime Minister of Australia from 1972 to 1975. He is known for his progressive policies and his charismatic leadership style. Whitlam's government was the first in Australian history to be dismissed by the Governor-General, a controversial event known as the 1975 constitutional crisis. more

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