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From 'rude' to respectful: Local Girl Scouts prompt change to derogatory creek name in Oregon

Girl Scouts Troop 12589 is seeking to change derogatory names in Oregon after learning about a pejorative term for Native American women.

Clean Energy Is Bringing Electricity to Many in the Navajo Nation

The Biden administration's initiatives are improving energy access on Navajo lands, transforming lives like Norma Toledo's from hardship to stability.

Biden to issue landmark apology over Native American boarding schools

Biden plans to issue a formal apology for Native American boarding schools, marking a significant moment for recognition and healing.

Victims of Family Policing Are Leading a Movement to Abolish It

The systemic biases in child protection services often disproportionately affect marginalized families, leading to unjust separation of children from their parents.

US Disproportionately Convicts Native People of Felonies, Harming Voting Rights

Many eligible voters face intimidation, preventing them from casting their ballots effectively.
The Native vote plays a critical role in elections, yet faces systematic undermining.
Felony disenfranchisement significantly affects voting rights in America.

GOP lawmaker yells "Go back to where you came from!" at Native American Democrat - LGBTQ Nation

Senator Dan Foreman's aggressive outburst underscores serious racial and political tensions in Idaho, particularly against Native American voices.
Discrimination and racism are pressing issues in Idaho, as identified by participants in a recent candidate forum.

Native American Tribe in Nevada Suffers High Cancer Rates from Poisoned Buildings

Agent Orange's legacy continues to harm populations, including Native American communities, long after its banning, highlighting the need for accountability and reparations.

'Indian Country is hurting:' How feds failed Native American food program

Wendy Zika's dedication highlights the struggles faced by Native American communities due to delays in the food assistance program.

Montana Republican: Native Americans Are 'Drunk at 8 A.M.'

Sheehy faces backlash for controversial comments about Native Americans, risking his Senate campaign against Tester.
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