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Utah House backs resolution endorsing museum to recognize atrocities against American Indians
Summary
The Utah House voted 56–13 on Feb. 26 to endorse establishment of a national museum recognizing atrocities against American Indians, after sponsors removed inflammatory words such as 'holocaust' and 'genocide' following feedback from tribal leaders.
The Utah House approved a resolution on Feb. 26 urging establishment of a national museum recognizing atrocities against American Indians, a measure proponents said would aid reconciliation and intergenerational healing. Representative Jack Draxler, the House sponsor, told colleagues the second substitute removes more charged language and simply "acknowledges" historic atrocities while encouraging memorialization.
Supporters said the resolution is aimed at education and healing rather than assigning liability. Representative Briscoe cited the Bear…
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