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“Imagine going to the holy land in Israel, whether you're a Christian or a Jew or a Muslim, and start carving up the mountain of Zion. It's an insult to our entire being. It's bad enough getting four white faces carved in up there [on Mount Rushmore], the shrine of hypocrisy.”

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Russell Means was an influential Native American activist, born on November 10, 1939, and passed away on October 22, 2012. He played a crucial role in the Native American rights movement in the United States, known for his steadfast stance and leadership. more

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