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Almost all of Native Americans remain segregated from the Brazilian society because they believe they should preserve the bloodline and also remain with their culture and way of living.
Others constitute a part of the Brazilian society and live as citizens, even if they still believe and practice their cultures. These Native Americans work and contribute to the society just as much as any other Brazilian citizen.

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