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Dolezal insulting

As a white woman married to a Native American, while I empathize with native issues, to present myself as one who identifies with a tribe and “understands” the struggle would be foolish, and an insult to those who live it.

While anyone can and should speak out on civil rights issues, Rachel Dolezal might have done better to leave the “wannabe” tribe alone.

Pat Williams

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