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WEBNative American news, information and entertainment. “The Department’s concluding report on its investigation into federal Indian boarding school policies is an important next step toward a full accounting of the United States’ systemic effort to erase Native identities, languages, and cultures for its own gain,” said Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii).
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WEBThe Senate Committee on Indian Affairs considers the nomination of Patrice H. Kunesh to be Chair of the National Indian Gaming Commission. AUDIO: Business meeting to consider S.2695, S.3857, S.4442 & S.4505. The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hosts a business meeting on September 18, 2024.
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WEBAs providers turn to telehealth during COVID-19, calls rise for more resources in Indian Country. As the coronavirus pandemic wears on, medical providers are moving to telehealth – prompting calls for more funding for infrastructure and technology in Indian Country to remedy disparities that can make long-distance care impossible.
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WEB4 hours ago · Conduct clean energy design and development activities (Topic Area 3). DOE expects to make approximately $25 million of federal funding available for new awards under this FOA. The actual level of funding, if any, depends on Congressional appropriations. DOE anticipates making approximately 20 to 40 awards under this FOA.
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation pushes for passage of radiation ...
WEB3 hours ago · Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren holds a sign that reads, “Decades of cancer from nuclear testing. It’s time to pay the bills,” during a protest at the U.S. Capitol on September 24, 2024. He and other advocates for victims of radiation from atomic bomb tests and uranium mines were demanding a House vote on …
‘When Indian Country shows up, we win’: Native women and Two …
WEBJul 29, 2024 · Indianz.Com Video: Sharice Davids for Kamala Harris #Natives4Harris Sharice Davids, a Two Spirit citizen from the Ho-Chunk Nation, also drew attention to the differences between Harris and Trump, whose running mate has derided Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a “fake” holiday.She said Native voters once again have a chance to show their power by showing up to the polls to vote for Democrats on ...
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation stands up for its sovereignty
WEB4 hours ago · Chuck Hoskin Jr. is the 18th elected Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, the largest Indian tribe in the United States. He is only the second elected Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation from Vinita, the first being Thomas Buffington, who served from 1899-1903. Prior to being elected Principal Chief, Hoskin served as the tribe’s ...
‘Supercharged’ for Indian Country: Kamala Harris and Tim Walz …
WEBAug 12, 2024 · Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz wrapped up a whirlwind week of rallies, making history with the first campaign event opened by a tribal leader.. Speaking on Saturday, Harris singled out the tribal leaders in the massive audience at the Desert Diamond Arena in Arizona. During remarks carried live by news stations across the nation, she uttered words ...
Indian Country funding mired in partisan stalemate
WEBMar 8, 2022 · Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-New York): Floor Remarks On The Need To Pass Bipartisan Emergency Aid Package For Ukraine In Omnibus Funding Legislation – March 7, 2022 Discussions are complicated by ongoing — and primarily partisan — disputes about the government’s role in addressing COVID-19.Even though American Indians and Alaska Natives have been disproportionately affected by infections ...
Native America Calling: The triumph and tragedy of ‘Rez Ball’
WEB4 days ago · The triumph and tragedy of ‘Rez Ball’. With help from Lakers’ superstar Lebron James, a Native director and cast tell the story of trauma and healing playing out within a reservation small town high school basketball team. Sydney Freeland (Navajo) is a gifted storyteller, whose credits include Echo, Reservation Dogs and Drunktown’s Finest.