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On the recordJune 4, 2019
It is my priority, as it should be that of the Trump administration, to permanently protect this place--in recognition of its significance to our Native American culture, this country's history, the public health of nearby communities, and others around the world.
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Raúl Grijalva
Democratic · Arizona

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Grijalva emphasizes the need for permanent protection of Chaco Canyon and its cultural significance.

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