Diannah Reid expresses deep skepticism about the electoral process, questioning the effectiveness of voting for Native Americans when systemic injustices remain unaddressed.
Reid articulates a powerful critique of the exclusion of Native American voices in mainstream politics, stating that their existence makes those in power uncomfortable.
She further emphasizes the historical context of democracy among Indigenous peoples prior to colonial invasion, challenging dominant narratives about its origin.
Reid's comments underscore a frustration regarding token acknowledgment of Native issues in political discourse, stating that promises like abolishing Columbus Day feel hollow.
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