Scores of people wearing red shirts with handprints gathered at Montana State University on Friday to honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Day and advocate for justice and systemic change.
The land in 16 states was expropriated by the federal government from 114 tribal nations and bands; for some of it, the United States grossly underpaid, and the rest it just took.
The rhythmic beat of the drums echoed through Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, mingling with dancers vibrant colors and intricate movements as they gathered for the annual American Indian Council (AIC) powwow.