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Friday, July 29 2016

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Participants in George Washington University's Native American Political Leadership program meet with Navajo Nation Vice President Jonathan M. Nez during the Democratic National Convention (Photo: NAPL Facebook)

Participants in George Washington University’s Native American Political Leadership program meet with Navajo Nation Vice President Jonathan M. Nez during the Democratic National Convention (Photo: NAPL Facebook)

Activists and family members continue to press for action in connection to the police shooting of a Navajo woman in March

Closing a Canadian port stuns local First Nations

The Democratic Convention leaves some with questions, others with inspiration.

Thursday, July 28 2016

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The Army Corps of Engineers approved permits for the Dakota Access Pipeline from North Dakota to Illinois (Image: Dakota Access)

The Army Corps of Engineers approved permits for the Dakota Access Pipeline from North Dakota to Illinois (Image: Dakota Access)

Native Americans at the Democratic National Convention push for a voice in the next presidential administration

Tribes continue to resist a major oil pipeline despite federal permit approvals

The federal government works to get a sacred shield returned from a foreign auction house

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

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A vendor stand features “Hillary for President” T-shirts and buttons. (Photo-Antonia Gonzales)

A vendor stand features “Hillary for President” T-shirts and buttons. (Photo-Antonia Gonzales)

AZ Democratic Native American Caucus chair sees Hillary Clinton as having long history with tribes

American Indians and Route 66 publication features tribal stories from Chicago to Los Angeles 

Tuesday, July 26, 2016

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Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders says he'll stand with Native people and make sure they receive respect and dignity. (Photo- Marei Spaola)

Bernie Sanders speaks at a campaign stop in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo-Marei Spaola, March 2016)

Some Native American delegates at the DNC not ready to back Hillary Clinton for president

Conservation group wants tribes to manage grizzlies as proposal seeks to delist as endangered

Monday, July 25, 2016

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Powwow dancers

Powwow dancers take part in the 2016 Julyamsh in Idaho. (Photo-Emily Schwing)

Native American caucus focuses on Northwest tribal issues at the Democratic National Convention

Native activists and Navajo leaders disappointed no charges filed in shooting death of Navajo woman

Largest powwow in the Northwest returned to Idaho over the weekend after yearlong hiatus

Friday, July 22 2016

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Sen. John McCain signed on to the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act (Photo: YouTube screen capture)

Sen. John McCain signed on to the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act (Photo: YouTube screen capture)

A proposal to stop the sale of sacred objects picks up support from across the aisle

A Native American congressional candidate turns to her roots to give her an edge in the race

Thursday, July 21 2016

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FCC Commissioner Mignon L. Clyburn addressed the Tribal Radio Summit in Phoenix, Ariz. (File photo courtesy Native Public Media)

FCC Commissioner Mignon L. Clyburn addressed the Tribal Radio Summit in Phoenix, Ariz. (File photo courtesy Native Public Media)

Alaska Republicans are left out in the cold at the RNC

Heat is a problem for a large portion of the country

FCC commissioner Mignon Clyburn touts the importance of tribal radio stations

A noted Alaska sports event honors a longtime friend and champion

Wednesday, July 20 2016

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Federal officials reached a settlement for the next phase of clean-up of uranium mines on the Navajo Nation (Photo: Creative Commons)

Federal officials reached a settlement for the next phase of clean-up of uranium mines on the Navajo Nation (Photo: Creative Commons)

One Alaska delegate to the RNC wants more resource development

Federal officials plan additional uranium clean-up on the Navajo Nation

A South Dakota high school launches a Lakota language and culture education program

Tuesday, July 19 2016

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Officials formally dedicate the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge in honor of Billy Frank, Junior (Photo-Congressman Denny Heck)

Officials formally dedicate the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge in honor of Billy Frank, Junior (File photo: courtesy Rep. Denny Heck)

Campaign officials plan minority outreach for Donald Trump

A proposal aims to change Navajo Nation governance

A South Dakota school district drops Native American imagery

Officials gather to formally honor Billy Frank Junior

Monday, July 18 2016

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The Republican National Convention gets underway this week. It's expected to end Thursday with the nomination of Donald Trump (File photo: Art Hughes)

The Republican National Convention gets underway this week. It’s expected to end Thursday with the nomination of Donald Trump (File photo: Art Hughes)

The GOP convention gets underway looking to highlight diversity

Arizona hiking guides wonder what’s next after new tribal ban

A Wisconsin tribe is assessing damage after severe floods

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