Tag Archives: The First Nations

Monday Open Thread | Happy Indigenous People Day

Posted on October 12, 2015 by SouthernGirl2

What’s in a name? A lot, say eight cities changing “Columbus Day” to “Indigenous People’s Day” in the past two months. For decades, Native Americans have urged states that celebrate the federal holiday to reconsider honoring a man many historians accuse … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery|President Obama’s Historic Visit to Sioux Nation

Posted on June 14, 2014 by SouthernGirl2
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President Obama Travels to Standing Rock Reservation In ND

Posted on June 13, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is making his first presidential visit to Indian Country Friday for a look at two sides of Native American life — a celebration of colorful cultural traditions on the powwow grounds and a view … Continue reading →

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