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“I think it's very important for us to start to build a culture of resistance, because what we're doing isn't working, clearly.”

Quote by Derrick Jensen

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Derrick Jensen is an American author, environmental activist, and speaker. His work primarily focuses on environmental justice, social justice, and the impact of humans on nature. Jensen is known for his radical writing style and critical analysis of environmental destruction. more

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