Browse Sections

American Indigenous Peoples

Latest Contributing Articles


Lumbee Indian Struggle for Recognition Continues
The Lumbee Indians of N.C. continue their century-long petition for federal recognition and support.
Whiteclay Still Vexes Lakota 10 Years After Riot
Whiteclay, Neb., remains an enabler of Oglala Sioux alcoholism 10 years after the deaths of two Lakota men on its outskirts and a subsequent riot.
Indian Rituals In Prison
In American prisons, Indian inmates struggle against a system dedicated to eradicating Native American indigenous spiritual practices and ceremonies.
Alaskan Native Title Privatisation
Participation in the market economy is on the global agenda as a solution for Indigenous community dysfunction. But we should examine the Alaskan experience, and beware..
"I” Is For Inuit Inequity
Popular culture stereotypes of "Eskimos" are far from harmless, as they shape perceptions of indigenous people and promote prejudice.
Columbus Day Controversy
Non-aboriginal viewpoint - guest writer Nanette Croce explores Native American and Italo-American tensions around Columbus Day. Celebrating diversity or genocide?
Indian Etiquette And Offense
Pointers to help well-meaning folks avoid being unknowingly impolite to American Indian people.
Amazing Indian Facts
Some home truths about Native Americans that may change your mind about myths of "the primitive".