Quick Answer The deal for Native American tribes’ rights to Colorado River water stalled by four states—Arizona, California, Nevada, and New Mexico—centers on a proposed agreement that would recognize and quantify tribal water rights under the Winters Doctrine. These states oppose the deal due to concerns about budget impacts, effects…
I stumbled on this book almost by accident. And while I did read and enjoy the whole book, I can’t help but feel that it’s poorly titled (details below). Yes, it’s a lengthy book and that’s increasingly unpopular as social media steals our time away. But there are well-told tales…
If you’ve ever driven through Robeson County, North Carolina, you’ve likely felt the pulse of Lumbee pride—seen in the flags, the festivals, and the unmistakable sense of community. But beneath that vibrant culture lies a story of perseverance, frustration, and hope: the Lumbee Tribe’s relentless pursuit of full federal recognition….
When you look at the long arc of American history, certain names leap out as symbols of resistance, resilience, and the fight for justice. Leonard Peltier is one of those names—a man whose life story is woven into the fabric of the Native American rights movement, the U.S. justice system,…
Leonard Peltier, a member of the Turtle Mountain Chippewa Tribe, has been imprisoned for over 47 years following his controversial conviction in the 1975 shooting deaths of two FBI agents. His case has long been a rallying cry for Native American rights activists, who argue that his trial was marred…
In a significant advancement toward sustainable development and energy self-sufficiency, the U.S. Department of the Interior has unveiled an impactful initiative: a $71 million investment aimed at electrifying tribal homes through clean energy sources. This measure, integral to President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, aims to equip tribal communities with…
In Burlington, Vermont, a dynamic dialogue continues at the University of Vermont, where engaged audiences come together to dissect and debate the complexities of Indigenous identity, focusing on the Abenaki tribes in the region. This discussion isn’t new; for many years, the legitimacy of Vermont’s four state-recognized Abenaki tribes has…
In an unprecedented move for the Academy Awards, actress Lily Gladstone has been nominated for Best Actress, becoming the first Native American to be recognized in a competitive acting category. Gladstone is celebrated for her portrayal of Mollie Burkhart, an Osage woman suffering at the hands of a treacherous scheme…
The case of Leonard Peltier is perhaps one of the most prominent modern examples of the continued wrongs wrought against the American Indians by the United States Government. He has been incarcerated since 1976 for the unconfirmed killing of two FBI agents. The evidence against him, as you will see,…
From Paleo-Indians to the Comanche empire, follow the epic 30,000-year story of Native peoples in Texas, their rise, resistance and endurance.