Native Opinion Podcast An American Indian Perspective

The theory of the census count favoring and skewing the census numbers to favor non- melaninated people has been proven by the census bureaus’ own confession.

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In relation to Native cultures non-Natives have no interest in the preservation of our cultures. There are many non-Natives who will more times than not do everything possible to either destroy our cultures or stand in the way of our pursuits of our cultures. At this stage of the game, it is no longer a guess as to why this happens. The actions speak loudly for themselves.

"The high prices of goods had already affected Native peoples adversely. Now even higher prices will make it even more difficult for many Native families who are already struggling."

In This Episode:1). Academics, artists, and allies have signed a petition to stop the infamous Theodore Roosevelt statue from being relocated from a storage facility to the ancestral homeland of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara (MHA) people in North Dakota.2). Nooksack Tribal leaders say UN’s call for the U.S. to stop evictions of dis-enrolled citizens is filled with ‘misinformation’Plus listener feedback.

The return of Bison to the American plains is significant for many reasons.

"Why do non-Natives have to think about whether or not to give tribes and nations the rights to govern themselves?"

Realization is a real eye-opener and a motivator. When we as Native people realize outside forces will usually lie with their false promises of help and assistance, Native people will take action to move ahead and work around the obstacles.DISCLAIMER:This week's episode of Native Opinion will not be this episode will containing explicit language. Please consider using headphones when listening. Thank You.

"The powers that be would be believed more often if they just come right out and say they refuse to consult with Native people."

Will the curse ever be lifted?Natives continue to suffer because of colonialism despite the paltry, token amounts offered as appeasement.

"Tribes are discovering endless possibilities for Native communities whose time has come to move forward boldly."

Even after stolen land and court rulings favor Natives the stolen land and the favorable rulings are always at a price of some sort. It is never a case of something for nothing.

"There is a pervasiveness always to deny Native people what we are entitled to. The question begs an answer, why is that? The answer: Racism is the opinion."

In this episode of Native Opinion:NEWS: 1). Joe Manchin is facing calls from a powerful group close to his heart to reconsider his opposition to the Build Back Better Act: Coal miners.https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/21/business/coal-miners-joe-manchin/index.html 2). A new round of grant funding by the Department of Housing and Urban Development — $83 million — will benefit 74 tribes across the country and boost the total amount awarded so far to $209 million spread among 191 tribesHTTPS://INDIANCOUNTRYTODAY.COM/NEWS/TRIBAL-HOUSING-GRANTS-BENEFIT-74-TRIBES?FBCLID=IWAR184LA2D5FCMGSP5FZK_H-3B_VMUHYNPCXU4P56LWKPR4SMEOYQITFXZYQRACISM IN AMERICA:A bill introduced by Florida Governor, Ron Desantis, Might actually shield whites from feelings of "discomfort" of racist pastNATIVE MUSIC NEWS:We are deeply saddened to have to say goodbye to another Native Music Legend...this time from Canada...Vince Fontaine.MAIN DISCUSSION:We have a deep discussion about Political Violence... who is responsible for it, should social media n

"Many tribes have decided to improve their healthcare services instead of waiting on the Indian Health Service (IHS). The Cherokee Nation is one of those tribes grabbing the bull by the horns."

Why is money always the go-to solution to try to absolve wrong-doers of their injustices? To add insult to injury time is used as the salt in the wound until there is nothing else to be gained from the original harm.

"How dare lawmakers place unnecessary burdens on those they are supposed to serve. To vote against legislation that will ensure a little extra food in the house is a prime example of how lawmakers don't care about those they are supposed to serve. The actions of the lawmakers couldn't be more obvious."

There has always been a false and incorrect idea about what the beliefs of the US represent. Anyone who is paying attention will know the belief system of what the US represents is a false set of beliefs. In this Episode:1). Millions of Angry, Armed Americans Stand Ready to Seize Power If Trump Loses in 20242). The Shinnecock Indian Nation is fighting to save what’s left of its land as climate change prompts sea levels to rise and eat away the shoreline in Long Island, New York.3). We introduce Part 1 of a two part series "..."What Is Democracy, And How Does It Relate To Native American Tribes?"

Someone needs to inform the Republican Governors that it is time to stop the attacks against Natives, no matter what form those attacks are. I don’t believe those Governors know what time it is.

To start of the new year, we are introducing our first mini-series entitled "Indigenous Slavery...a History Obscured." This series is written, produced, and voiced by Michael Kickingbear Johnson, an enrolled member of The Mashantucket Pequot Tribe. This is Part one in the series. This Episode Covers:1.) A explanation of the participation of Cristobal Columbus in the selling and trading of Africans & Indigenous People.2.) The role of the Doctrine of Discovery and the Catholic Church had in Indigenous slaveryRunning time: 26 minutes.Resources worth checking out:1.) "Pagans in the promise land: Decoding the Doctrine of Christian Discovery" by Steven Newcomb. https://www.amazon.com/Pagans-Promised-Land-Christian-Discovery/dp/15559164222.) Documentary: "The Doctrine of Discovery, Unmasking The Domination Code"https://doctrineofdiscovery.org/the-doctrine-of-discovery-unmasking-the-domination-code/