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Biden Plans to Rescind Keystone XL in “Huge Victory” for Indigenous-Led Movement
The withdrawal of the pipeline's permit is among many environmental actions Biden plans to take via executive order.
Indigenous Nations Handle COVID as Federal and State Governments Fall Short
Tribal nations have implemented far more effective guidelines and policies than those used by the states they are in.
To Protect Great Lakes, Michigan Tribes Oppose Enbridge Line 5 Pipelines
Whitney Gravelle, an attorney for the Bay Mills Indian Community, discusses the fight against Enbridge's Line 5.
Deb Haaland’s Nomination for Interior Secretary Lauded as “Important Step”
If confirmed, Haaland will be the first Native American to serve in a cabinet position.
To Turn Fear to Action, We Must Confront the Emotions of the Climate Emergency
Climate activist Margaret Klein Salamon discusses the organizing power of connecting emotionally over climate disaster.
The Catholic Church Is Responding to Indigenous Protest With Exorcisms
At least two archbishops viewed legitimate Native demands for land back as an “evil” best dealt with through exorcism.
Indigenous Activists Are Occupying the Hamptons Until Thanksgiving
In New York, the state filed a restraining order against the erection of a Shinnecock Nation monument.
18-Year-Old Indigenous Climate Activist Fights to Save Arctic Wildlife Refuge
Quannah Chasinghorse is trying to protect the wilderness that the Trump administration opened to oil drilling.
In Wake of Recent Victories, Standing Rock Activists Carry On With Renewed Hope
The recent spate of favorable pipeline rulings is just the first step on the long road to victory, say activists.
Surviving Pandemics Is Indigenous Resistance
Kelly Hayes talks with Morning Star Gali about Native life and death in the age of COVID-19.