Re: Comments of David Ahenakew - 6

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As the national representative of the Metis people of the traditional Metis homeland, I offer my sincere regrets to the Jewish people who have been hurt by those words.

Our people know all to well the pain caused by hurtful words. Our people know how ignorance about our true history is the basis for many of the racist attitudes that exist today. That is why we must condemn these words.

It has always been the belief of the Metis people that Aboriginal rights are human rights. One cannot defend Aboriginal rights at the expense of human rights and vice versa.

Let's not allow racism lead to more racism. The words of one individual should not be used to judge all Aboriginal people.

Gerald Morin, resident

Metis National Council