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| Eagle at sunset. Photo by Molly |
For Those Who Would Govern
First question: Can you first govern yourself?
Second question: What is the state of your own household?
Third question: Do you have a proven record of community service and compassionate acts?
Fourth question: Do you know the history and laws of your principalities?
Fifth question: Do you follow sound principles? Look for fresh vision to lift all the inhabitants of the land, including animals, plants, elements, and all who share this earth?
Sixth question: Are you owned by lawyers, bankers, insurance agents, lobbyists or other politicians, anyone else who would unfairly profit by your decisions?
Seventh question: Do you have authority by the original keepers of the lands, those who obey natural law and are in service of the lands on which you stand?
— Joy Harjo
From An American Sunrise
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