Will exploratory lithium mining continue near a sacred hot spring? - High Country News
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The serene landscape of Ha'Kamwe', treasured by Hualapai Nation, is threatened by lithium exploration, disrupting centuries of cultural practices and connection to the land.
Ka-Voka Jackson emphasizes their connection to the land, stating, 'When we visit... that’s the same landscape that our ancestors looked at and that our ancestors lived in.'
The BLM has approved over 130 more wells despite tribal concerns, indicating a significant disregard for the potential cultural and environmental impact.
The Hualapai Nation's lawsuit against the BLM seeks to address perceived violations of the National Environmental Policy Act amidst ongoing threats to their sacred sites.
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