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A recently named substitute of National Chief of Assembly of First Nations has alleged that Attawapiskat Chief Theresa Spence’s hunger strike is “becoming a concern” and is figuratively forming a hindrance for AFN representatives to do their jobs. These comments were made by the regional chief for New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island, Roger Augustine, regarding Chief Spence during an interview on a political talk show aired on Sunday morning.
Active intermediate host of AFN executive meetings during the sick leave of National Chief Shawn Atleo, Mr. Augustine, stated that “I don’t think it helps, to be honest with you.” Mr. Augustine alleged that “you know, let us do our jobs, as the Assembly of First Nations’ chiefs executive. Let us do our job. I don’t think she can do or say anything at this point to influence the Prime Minister.” Chief Spence has been observing an very media-highlighted hunger strike, as she only survives on tea and fish stock, since Dec. 11 and vows to continue until a meeting of First Nation leaders is arranged with both Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Governor-General David Johnston at the same time. The Northern Ontario chief’s has evolved as a figurehead for the supporters of widely spreading Idle No More Movement.
When inquired about a recent interview of Chief Spence, in which she vowed to continue her hunger strike, Mr. Augustine said “It’s becoming a concern.” He added that “I think right now she should somehow respect our process in terms of the Assembly of First Nations.”
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