Energy Examined - Executive director, Indigenous Resource network, John Desjarlais believes in communication and respect for different perspectives

Executive director, Indigenous Resource network, John Desjarlais believes in communication and respect for different perspectives

05/29/23 • 21 min

John Desjarlais believes that the media, which tended to sensationalize Indigenous action, had misrepresented indigenous experience and point of view. He says that there is room for many Indigenous voices. Speaking up and providing more context and points of view regarding resource development is crucial.

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