Category: Ethnic, Regional and National Identity
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Shinnecock Nation is Federally Recognized
The Shinnecock Nation has finally won after enduring the long, tiring, process to fight for federal recognition. As Sam Cooke used to sing, “It’s Been a Long Time Coming, but a Change Gone Come.” Glad to see that the media is recognizing this momentous occasion, though I wish that more of the public and the media would…
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Race Consciousness Isn’t Optional For Everyone
Great quote from spoken word artist Kelly Zen-Yie Tsai on the HBO Special Trailer for East of Main Street: Asians Aloud.
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In the News: Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Wilma Mankiller, dies
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – Former Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Wilma Mankiller died in the morning hours of April 6 at her home in rural Adair County, Cherokee.
Simone Monique Barnes 