They fear their future will be smaller than the ones that their parents and grandparents enjoyed. I'm here to tell all of them, we won't let this happen. Alaska has never been an easy place to live. For 12,000 years, Alaska natives have struggled with natural disasters, food scarcity and safety issues. And even today, when 85% of our communities are off the road system, we find ways to live our lives, lives, care for our families, and live far better lives … (06:47–06:54)
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Asserts that Alaska natives have faced significant challenges for 12,000 years.
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