"Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves."
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About Chief Seattle
Chief Seattle, also known as Sealth, was a prominent leader of the Suquamish and Duwamish Native American tribes in the Pacific Northwest. He was born around 1786 in present-day Washington state. Chief Seattle was known for his diplomacy, eloquence, and efforts to secure land rights and protect the environment. He played a key role in negotiations with European settlers and advocated for peace between indigenous peoples and the newcomers.
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