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VIDEO:  Young People Make Real Sacrifice For Change Across The Nation
 
 
Three young people surrender themselves and their lives for change. A 5 month long walk across the nation aims to bring attention to the environment, sacred sites, cultural survival, youth empowerment, Native American rights and the commemoration of the original walk in 1978. This is the story of three youth....
by  cmbegayNM  on Apr 19,2008
 
 
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PatrickKennedy 22 days ago
This is an excellent video. I have heard nothing about this walk, and it is truly original news coverage, showing a story that needs to be shown. After visiting the "American Indian" branch of the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, I was very dissapointed in the narrow scope of the exhibits -- though it is far better than anything else out there. I think the media is no different in covering this issue. I'd like to see more stories on young Native Americans ... Very cool... thanks for sharing...
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