On the recordJanuary 8, 2018
Money is money, life is more important than money. We can continue to argue about prospering in this Nation, but respecting one another's rights and religion is all we ask for.
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Russell Begaye
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congress.govRussell Begaye: “Money is money, life is more important than money. We can continue to argue about prospering in this Nation, but…”
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Emphasizes the importance of respecting cultural heritage over financial interests.
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