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Most of my younger Native American friends are not in any way looking for sympathy, and they're not looking to lay guilt on anybody. They have their dignity, and they do what they do.
Robbie Robertson
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Robbie Robertson
Age: 80
Born: 1944
Born: July 5
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City of Toronto
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