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On the recordMarch 6, 2019
In many of our Tribal communities, we have what we call two-spirit people, who are LGBTQ people.
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Madeleine Dean
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Highlights the importance of recognizing two-spirit individuals in discussions about violence against women.

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