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…
The release of the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative Investigative Report Vol. II has provided a profound insight into the extensive and damaging effects of the Federal Indian boarding school system on Indigenous communities across the United States. This report documents the historical injustices inflicted upon American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian children, highlighting the urgent need for reform….
The Biden-Harris administration’s interference with rural broadband expansion is yet another example of Washington’s overreach, directly harming the communities it claims to support. For Native American communities, already suffering from systemic neglect and technological disparities, this bureaucratic bullying is a significant setback to obtaining Internet access and getting online. The FCC reports almost 28 percent of tribal land residents lack…
Haskell Indian Nations University’s response to sexual assault survivors is under scrutiny. The recent congressional hearing revealed systemic issues, spotlighting the need for accountability and reform. The Key Takeaway: Haskell’s alleged failure to support sexual assault survivors underscores the urgent need for comprehensive policy changes to protect students. Haskell Indian Nations University, located in Lawrence, Kansas, is a federally funded…
On July 16, 2024, Congressman Eli Crane (R-AZ) announced his co-sponsorship of legislation to ratify the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement. This landmark agreement addresses critical water issues for the Navajo Nation, the Hopi Tribe, and the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe. The settlement promises to deliver clean, sustainable water to these communities, ensuring their right to water…
Indigenous people from across the country are calling on U.S. Interior Department Secretary Deb Haaland to address ongoing human rights violations during the Biden administration. Despite her historic role, Secretary Haaland has increasingly overlooked current abuses on Indian lands. Ignored Human Rights Violations In northern Washington state, Nooksack Indigenous families face eviction from federal rent-to-own homes without due process. The…
