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Thousands of people wearing red took part in a ceremony and march Thursday in Minneapolis in honor of indigenous people who are missing or have been killed. 


The march, which began and ended at the Minneapolis American Indian Center, was held to raise awareness of violence against indigenous people and show that those who are missing or have been killed have not been forgotten. 

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"This march is about all of us here and all of us who are not here," said Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan at the event.

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Thousands of people wearing red took part in a ceremony and march Thursday in Minneapolis in honor of indigenous people who are missing or have been killed.

Thousands fill Cedar Street in Minneapolis.

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Darcy Menard ties a scarf with the word "justice" around her head.

Thomas Peters of Tama, Iowa carries a sign honoring Rita Papakee.

A photograph of Lynnae Strong is displayed at a rally.

Dorene Day speaks about her niece Corrina Day-Earley, who died in 2018.

Sara Curtis reacts as she listens to speakers.

Marchers form a drum circle in front of the American Indian Center.

Thousands take part in the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples March.

Pam Gokey raises her arms at the end of the march. 

Dureen Burnette holds a "Justice for Becky" sign.

Photos: March raises awareness of violence facing indigenous people

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