Jonathan Nez sworn in as Navajo nation president restoring hope, resilience and change Tuesday, drawing from the tribe’s history as a way to move forward.
Indigenous and Democracy articles on Democracy Chronicles
Efforts to pair the indigenous and democracy are vital. The indigenous of each community, sometimes difficult to define, are identified based on their historical ties to a particular territory and cultural or historical distinctiveness from politically dominant cultures. For example, you can also see our section on Native Americans.
Judge Asked to Dismiss North Dakota Tribe’s Voter ID Lawsuit
North Dakota is asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a Native American tribe over the state’s voter identification requirements.
Bolsonaro Grabs Control Over Brazil’s Indigenous Lands
President Bolsonaro issues an executive order making the Agriculture Ministry responsible for decisions concerning lands claimed by indigenous peoples.
VIDEO: Up-Close With a North Dakota Tribe Fighting To Vote
It is especially outrageous for Native Americans to still have to fight to prove residency despite being the only Americans whose ancestors were born and raised on this land for millenium.
Guam Seeks Native-Only Vote on Future of US Relationship
Voters would have three choices: independence, statehood and free association with the United States similar to some other island states.
Another Guatemalan Mayan Human Rights Activist Killed
Authorities in Guatemala say another indigenous rights activist, Juana Ramirez Santiago has been killed marking the 21st such killing in 2018.
Does Supreme Court Pick Threaten Native American Sovereignty?
Many believe that Kavanaugh does not recognize the sovereignty of tribes, which govern themselves as independent nations within the United States.
Must Read Native American Reactions to Trump Immigration Policy
A government policy encouraged placement of Native American children in non-Native foster families
Record Number of Native American Women Running in 2018
Pivotal vote could not only tip the balance of power but strengthen Native American voices in lawmaking
Opposition selects first Maori leadership in New Zealand history
New Zealand’s opposition National Party installed its first Maori leader Tuesday, selecting former lawyer Simon Bridges