In the United States government’s long record of broken treaties, land theft, and genocide, the taking of the Black Hills ranks as perhaps one of the most disgraceful examples of imperial aggression against an Indigenous people.
The Multicultural Leadership Council asked this year’s presidential and vice presidential candidates about their plans to advocate for minority students and collaborate with multicultural organizations.
The ballot initiatives propose a land acknowledgement, Senate seats dedicated to multicultural organizations and formalized collection of student input.
NASHVILLE On Feb. 28, a hearing was held on a bill before the Public Services Committee of the Tennessee state legislature for the adoption of Indigenous Peoples’ Day in lieu of Columbus Day, which is currently recognized by the state.