Many believe that Kavanaugh does not recognize the sovereignty of tribes, which govern themselves as independent nations within the United States.
Native Americans and Democracy articles on Democracy Chronicles
Here is our collection of articles concerned with Native Americans and Democracy. The indigenous peoples within the boundaries of the present-day continental United States, Alaska, and the island state of Hawaii are covered here. Also see our articles on Native American Voting Rights, the Indigenous and Democracy, or Minority Voting in America.
Must Read Native American Reactions to Trump Immigration Policy
A government policy encouraged placement of Native American children in non-Native foster families
Candidate Seeks to be the First Ever Native American Congresswoman
Native Americans in New Mexico, 10% of the state’s population, did not get the right to vote until 1948
Judge Opens Door for Thousands to Apply for Asylum
Chief United States District Judge of the Western District of Washington issued the ruling in a class-action lawsuit brought by several immigrant rights groups on behalf of those who fear persecution if returned to their home country.
The gifted playwright championing Cherokee human rights
Play tackles tribal justice in the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma and the larger fight to protect indigenous women
A Native American Political Struggle to Protect Sacred Public Lands
Southeastern Utah’s Bears Ears region has been central to the culture and religion of native tribes
Supreme Court Hopeful Gorsuch and Native American Sovereignty
Gorsuch’s record of supporting Native American sovereignty could play a big role in his confirmation
Trump Begins Outlining Policy on Native American Tribal Governments
Interior secretary pledges to work with tribes ‘government to government’ in sign of cooperation ahead
Photos From the Recent Standing Rock March in NYC
The Standing Rock rally was held at 1:00 pm, then we marched at 2:00. The march began in front of the New York Public Library and went to Trump Tower and beyond.
Disenrollments Spark Native American Tribal Membership Crisis
Native Americans are being evicted from their tribes, with little warning and little legal recourse