Congressman Eli Crane’s bipartisan efforts enhance Arizona’s tribal rights, national security, and veteran support. His leadership in key legislation, including the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act and San Juan Southern Paiute Tribal Homelands Act, ensures prosperity and sovereignty for tribal communities.
As a common-sense organization, we are deeply concerned about the trajectory of our nation under the Biden-Harris administration. From foreign policy blunders to domestic mismanagement, the administration has consistently prioritized interests that undermine the well-being of Native Americans – urban and rural. Let’s examine some key failures that have left a lasting negative impact on our communities and the country….
Land acknowledgments have become a common practice across various institutions in the United States. Intended to recognize the Indigenous peoples whose land was stolen, these statements are often seen as a step towards action. However, many Indigenous leaders and Native voices are increasingly calling out these acknowledgments as a “waste of time” and “empty speeches,” questioning their actual impact and…
Newly appointed candidate for President, Vice President Kamala Harris recently claimed, “I will always honor tribal sovereignty and respect tribal self-determination,” during a rally in Phoenix, Arizona. However, a closer look at her record as California Attorney General reveals actions that run counter to this promise, raising serious concerns about her commitment to tribal sovereignty. Opposition to Tribal Land Rights…
The numbers tell a troubling story as we look at the rising cost of living since Vice President Kamala Harris took office. Gasoline prices have risen 51%, electricity costs have surged by 32%, airfare has jumped 23%, and groceries have increased by 22%. These are not just statistics; they are the daily realities for millions of Americans, especially in our…
Recently, the San Carlos Apache Tribe and other Native Nations (Pechanga Band of Indians Chairman) have made headlines by endorsing political candidates in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. While these endorsements may seem like a strategic move to prioritize Indian Country’s needs, they come with significant risks that could have long-lasting negative consequences for our communities. One of the most…
In 1680, the Pueblo people of present-day New Mexico rose in a revolt that stood as one of North American history’s most successful Indigenous uprisings. Known as the Pueblo Revolt, this event was not just a reaction to immediate hardships but the culmination of decades of religious persecution, cultural suppression, and economic exploitation at the hands of Spanish colonizers. The…
A July 2024 article by Yereth Rosen in the Alaska Beacon discusses a lawsuit filed by North Slope local and regional governments, tribal governments, and Native corporations. They are challenging the Biden administration’s restrictions on oil development in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska, highlighting a critical issue for Indigenous communities. This lawsuit, led by Voice of the Arctic Iñupiat,…
As Native Americans for Sovereignty and Preservation, we strive to hold our leaders accountable while championing tribal sovereignty and self-determination. The recent NPR article, “Deb Haaland’s push to protect Indigenous people disappoints some Native leaders,” discusses Secretary Deb Haaland’s slow efforts to address violent crime in Indigenous communities and reveals her shortcomings in these initiatives. Gaps in Responsiveness The murder…
Minneapolis, MN – As the smoke cleared from Minneapolis in the summer of 2020, Governor Tim Walz’s response to the violent protests in the city has come under scrutiny. During the height of the unrest, Walz acknowledged the “abject failure” in handling the situation, raising concerns about his potential role as a Vice Presidential pick for Kamala Harris. Walz Let…
