The Urgent Need for U.S. Mining and Mineral Independence

Minerals are key to our future. They power everything we use, from phones to cars. Yet, America relies on other countries for these vital resources. It’s time to change that. We must focus on mining these materials right here in our lands. Think about all the gadgets and machines we use daily. They all need minerals to work. However, getting…

Empowering Native American Tribes through Sustainable Nuclear Energy Development

Nuclear power can be tribal power if done right. This idea is crucial for Native American communities across the United States. The Wilson Center’s recent article, “Nuclear Power is Tribal Power,” highlights this potential. It explains how nuclear energy, when developed in partnership with Native American tribes, can offer significant benefits. But, it also stresses the importance of addressing past…

Appeals Court Deals Blow to Tribal Prosperity

The Appeals Court’s recent decision on the Utah oil railroad shocked Native communities, especially the Ute Tribe. This judgment opposes not just jobs or development; it fundamentally opposes tribes. Oil businesses, rural Utah officials, and the Ute Indian Tribe of the Uintah & Ouray Reservation have united in their belief: the railroad can rejuvenate struggling local economies and elevate domestic…