Dennis Banks quotes

And Americans realized that native people are still here, that they have a moral standing, a legal standing. (Dennis Banks)
The Sun, Moon and Stars are there to guide us. View quote
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Since the beginning, Native Peoples lived a life of being in harmony with all that surrounds us. View quote
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To be selected was an honor, and in respect of the family member chosen to run, families held feasts and gave away prized beaver coats, quilled tobacco bags and buffalo hides. View quote
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I have a Father's Day every day. View quote
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Even the people who come our way look upon us in amazement, that we run only for the healing of Mother Earth. View quote
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Most importantly, the meaning of spirituality lays the seeds for our destiny and the path we must follow. View quote
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It also called upon traditional people in the Four Directions to strengthen the healing ceremonies and asked people to heed the warnings of Mother Earth. View quote
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When you have a spiritual foundation, you look at poverty differently then. View quote
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In 1990 we ran across Europe through 13 countries and covering 7,130 miles. View quote
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The Canadian run can be no different, at least in terms of actual running. (Dennis Banks)
Every man should see the birth of his children. View quote
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I'm on this road for the rest of my life. View quote
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In 1978, the tradition of running from village to village with a message was revived. that first run was from Davis to Los Angeles, a distance of 500 miles. View quote
Dennis Banks

Dennis Banks

Dennis Banks - Image
Photo: Neeta Lind, CC BY 2.0
Occupation: American Activist
Born: April 12, 1937
Died: October 29, 2017
Quotes count: 14

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