Oneida Indian Nation Statement on Senate Confirmation of Secretary of Interior Deb Haaland
Oneida Indian Nation Homelands , March 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) “The confirmation of Deb Haaland as the United States’ first Native American Secretary of Interior represents a remarkable moment for our nation,” said Ray Halbritter, Oneida Indian Nation Representative. “Secretary Haaland has proven herself to be highly effective in uniting people of all backgrounds around shared purposes, and now, as Interior Secretary – her leadership will make an even more meaningful impact.”
“This moment marks a historical and significant triumph for Native people and Native children in particular. Deb Halaands confirmation is an inspiration for current and future generations of Native people who will now see a Native person represented at the highest level of U.S. government.”