The air is precious to the red man, for all things share the same breath-the beast, the tree, … - Chief Seattle

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Chief Seattle

The air is precious to the red man, for all things share the same breath-the beast, the tree, the man, they all share the same breath. The white man does not seem to notice the air he breathes. Like a man dying for many days, he is numb to the stench.

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