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Round 1: Indigenous Voices

“We have always lived here. We would rather die here” 

-Cecilio Blacktooth, Leader of the Cupeño tribe

“We do not weave the web of life, we are merely a strand in it.” 

-Chief Seattle

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Round 2: Trans Voices

“All of us are put in boxes by our family, by our religion, by our society, our moment in history, even our own bodies. Some people have the courage to break free.”

- Geena Rocero

Equality is not a pie; there is more than enough for everyone.”

- Charlotte Clymer

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Final Round: Avatar the Last Airbender

"Power and perfection are overrated. I think you are wise to choose happiness and love" - Iroh

"When we hit our lowest point we are open to change" - Aang