Native Vote, Native Voice

Send a text OJ Semans Sr.  (Sicangu Oyate) joins the show to discuss how President Biden can act to reverse the Medal of Honor awards for the U.S. Cavalry that killed hundreds of Lakota people at Wounded Knee in 1890. This episode highlights the efforts to have the Medals of Honor awarded to U.S. soldiers for the Wounded Knee Massacre revoked, to correct this historical injustice. Listen now to he...

Send a text With the prospect of a second Trump administration looming, Native Americans face an urgent need to mobilize and assert their political voice. In this episode, we're joined by Gwen Carr, a seasoned Democratic political strategist, to discuss the critical work tribal nations and Native communities must undertake in the wake of the 2024 presidential election. Carr provides insights...

Send a text The podcast episode delves into the multifaceted nature of Native American identity and the ongoing fight for tribal sovereignty. It explores the complexities of self-identification, the importance of accurate representation in media and polling, and the role of Native American journalism in amplifying the voices and concerns of Indigenous communities. The discussion highlights the cha...

Send a text In this thought-provoking episode, Native leaders and experts come together to discuss the implications of a second Donald Trump presidency for Indian Country. With Trump's recent appointment of North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum as Interior Secretary, concerns are mounting about the potential rollback of environmental protections and the push for increased fossil fuel extraction o...

Send a text This episode explores the Native American vote in the 2022 U.S. presidential election, particularly in the swing state of Wisconsin. The host interviews Marlon White Eagle, a reporter with Native News Online, about outreach efforts by the campaigns to tribal leaders and how Native voters are engaging. The discussion also features insights from Native News Online publisher Levi Rickert...

Send a text In this episode, we explore the pivotal role of the Navajo Nation and Native American voters in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Hear from indigenous voices across Arizona as they share their personal experiences, concerns, and hopes for the future, from language revitalization to traditional farming practices. We delve into President Biden's historic apology for the feder...

Send a text This podcast explores the critical role of Native American voters in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. It features insights from experts like Dr. Aaron Payment, Levi Rickert, and Neely Bardwell, who discuss the significant proportion of Native American voters in key swing states, the policy platforms of the candidates, and the strategies being employed to mobilize this important vot...