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Dakota 38+2: Honoring those who lost their lives striving to survive

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Today we remember those hanged on December 26, 1862, in Mankato, Minnesota, upon President Abraham Lincoln’s order. This execution served as the U.S. government’s punishment of the Dakota people for t...

December 26, 2023

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Native American Veterans serve the nation

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Serving to protect this nation is something Native Americans have done since the Revolutionary War. Many ask how is it possible that Natives want to serve a country where "they [U.S. military] weren't...

November 10, 2023

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Education

The History of Thanksgiving from the Native American Perspective

Native Hope

There are always two sides to a story. Unfortunately, when it comes to the history of Thanksgiving, generations of Americans have been taught a one-sided history in homes and schools. The dominant cul...

November 6, 2023

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Education

Mounted Defenders: The History of the Comanche Nation

Native Hope

The Comanche Nation has a history of fiercely defending its territory and challenging the encroachment of settlers. As one of the most renowned and warlike tribes in history, they struck fear in the h...

November 5, 2023

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Education

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

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Every November since 1990, the United States celebrates Native American Heritage Month. The commemoration of the month provides a platform for Native Americans to share traditions, music, crafts, and ...

November 1, 2023

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Education

Seminole Nation: The Unconquered People

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Known for their staunch resistance to relocation and commitment to their cultural roots, the Seminole Native Americans created a name for themselves in American history. Their legacy includes innovati...

October 23, 2023

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Education

Why Indigenous Peoples' Day Matters

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On April 3rd, 2019, the state of New Mexico officially replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous People’s Day. From now on, the second Monday in October will honor the strength and resilience of Indigenou...

October 9, 2023

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Education

Native American Boarding Schools and Education History

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The earliest schools for Native Americans were most often mission schools, founded by different religious groups in the United States, Mexico and Canada. In 1819, Congress passed the Indian Civilizati...

September 12, 2023

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Health and Wellness

Suicide Is Not the Answer: Finding Hope in the Midst of Struggle

Native Hope

During the pandemic, people across all nations, Native and non-Native, dealt with escalating rates of suicidal ideation and completion. Suicidal thoughts stem from several sources. Depression is a sig...

September 1, 2023

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