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On the recordApril 12, 2021
When we don't have consultation, we are vulnerable to another sovereign taking unilateral action against our lands, territories, and resources, not only without hearing our voice, but we think that we need to have consent in those relationships.
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Raúl Grijalva
Democratic · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the need for consultation to protect tribal lands and resources.

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