Leonard Peltier, at age 80, expressed heartfelt gratitude to supporters during a celebration on his home reservation after being released from prison following two life sentences. He addressed a crowd of around 300, demonstrating remarkable spirit despite his physical challenges. Peltier praised the unwavering support from Native Americans throughout his imprisonment and shared his pride in fighting for Indigenous rights. His clemency, granted by President Biden, allows him to live under house arrest with the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa in North Dakota, marking a significant moment in his long battle for freedom.
I'm proud of the position I've taken to fight for our rights to survival... From the first hour I was arrested, Indian people came to my rescue, and they've been behind me ever since.
I'm so proud of the support you're showing me, I'm having a hard time keeping myself from crying... It was worth it to me to be able to sacrifice for you.
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