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I think that indigenous women's wisdom is crucial. So much of the care of the Earth has come from the mothers. I think it's imperative we turn to their wisdom in how to take care of the planet.

Alice Walker

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Alice Walker
Age: 80
Born: 1944
Born: February 9
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