Native America Calling

Many of those attempting to cross into the U.S. illegally are Indigenous people fleeing persecution or unbearable conditions in their home countries. They are vulnerable to criminal activity, weather extremes, illness or injury and they now face the increased possibility of separation from their children if caught. Some groups work specifically to help and work on behalf of documented and undocumented Indigenous migrants who face numerous challenges working a complex legal and bureaucratic system.

Many of those attempting to cross into the U.S. illegally are Indigenous people fleeing persecution or unbearable conditions in their home countries. They are vulnerable to criminal activity, weather extremes, illness or injury and they now face the increased possibility of separation from their children if caught. Some groups work specifically to help and work on behalf of documented and undocumented Indigenous migrants who face numerous challenges working a complex legal and bureaucratic system.

When Pauline Butler’s son came out as gay, it wasn’t really a shock. “He was apologizing and I told him he didn’t have to,” she said. Butler is among the parents with a supportive and accepting reaction to what is often a painful discussion for LGBTQ and Two Spirit children. But that’s not always the case. We’re talking with Native parents about their experiences.

When Pauline Butler’s son came out as gay, it wasn’t really a shock. “He was apologizing and I told him he didn’t have to,” she said. Butler is among the parents with a supportive and accepting reaction to what is often a painful discussion for LGBTQ and Two Spirit children. But that’s not always the case. We’re talking with Native parents about their experiences.

When Pauline Butler’s son came out as gay, it wasn’t really a shock. “He was apologizing and I told him he didn’t have to,” she said. Butler is among the parents with a supportive and accepting reaction to what is often a painful discussion for LGBTQ and Two Spirit children. But that’s not always the case. We’re talking with Native parents about their experiences.

Do you know what to do when your engine light comes on? How do you know if you can trust the mechanic you take your car to? For every car owner, a little DIY knowledge can go a long way, especially if you’re living in a rural area miles from the nearest auto shop. We invite Native mechanics to share some of the basics you should know about your car. And if you’re interested in making a living as a mechanic, we’ll discuss what it takes to get going in the business and what to expect from the industry.

Do you know what to do when your engine light comes on? How do you know if you can trust the mechanic you take your car to? For every car owner, a little DIY knowledge can go a long way, especially if you’re living in a rural area miles from the nearest auto shop. We invite Native mechanics to share some of the basics you should know about your car. And if you’re interested in making a living as a mechanic, we’ll discuss what it takes to get going in the business and what to expect from the industry.

Do you know what to do when your engine light comes on? How do you know if you can trust the mechanic you take your car to? For every car owner, a little DIY knowledge can go a long way, especially if you’re living in a rural area miles from the nearest auto shop. We invite Native mechanics to share some of the basics you should know about your car. And if you’re interested in making a living as a mechanic, we’ll discuss what it takes to get going in the business and what to expect from the industry.

South Dakota Senator Neal Tapio recently called for abolishing reservations. He told the Sioux Falls Argus Leader “We need to renegotiate the treaties that are holding down a once very proud people." President Trump said “we tamed a continent” in a recent commencement speech at the Naval Academy. And Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke suggested sending kids in the foster care system on the Fort Peck reservation to a boarding school in Oklahoma. Comments like this from politicians are nothing new, but they often spark concern from people on the receiving end. We’ll break down the context and intent of each of the latest political messages.

South Dakota Senator Neal Tapio recently called for abolishing reservations. He told the Sioux Falls Argus Leader “We need to renegotiate the treaties that are holding down a once very proud people." President Trump said “we tamed a continent” in a recent commencement speech at the Naval Academy. And Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke suggested sending kids in the foster care system on the Fort Peck reservation to a boarding school in Oklahoma. Comments like this from politicians are nothing new, but they often spark concern from people on the receiving end. We’ll break down the context and intent of each of the latest political messages.