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“Power is not brute force and money; power is in your spirit. Power is in your soul. It is what your ancestors, your old people gave you. Power is in the earth; it is in your relationship to the earth.”

Quote by Winona LaDuke

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Winona LaDuke is an American activist and a prominent figure in the environmental and Native American rights movements. Born on August 18, 1959, she has dedicated her life to advocating for indigenous peoples and sustainable living, working on issues such as environmental degradation and the protection of indigenous lands. more

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