Native Opinion Podcast An American Indian Perspective

In our Native News segment:The Flandreau Santee Sioux tribe has a victory in the Supreme Court of the United States against the corrupt actions of South Dakota's Governor Kristi Noem.The Drummer of Rock Group U2 Donated 100,000 dollars to help the Navajo and the Hopi. Over 8 million dollars have been raised by a variety of private groups to Help these nations who have more COVID-19 cases per capita than that of New York and New Jersey combined. Yet The United States can commit two trillion dollars to benefit (largely) Big business and (some) citizens of the country. Also:We keep hearing "we are all in this together" with respect to the Coronavirus. But are we? You wouldn't know it given the action of 40% of American citizens as well as some politicians. We provide some examples of this.In our Racism in America segment:We provide an update on the alleged (but likely) murder of George Floyd after the arrest of the police officer who kneeled on his neck. Also, White Americans Need to Condemn White Racism in A

After a memorial day weekend and holiday, selfish Americans showed their true colors by largely ignoring Corona Virus warnings and guidance. We provide some guidance for Americans of our own. Plus, violence against people of color is the focus of our "Racism In America" segment. Plus your feedback.To see the full show notes for this episode, visit:http://nativeopinion.com/shownotes/2020/5/28/episode-225-when-its-wrongits-wrong

Minority-Owned businesses are finding extreme challenges in obtaining SBA loans during this pandemic. The small, lower amount of loans seems to not be worth the time and expense to some lending institutions. We take a look at why this is occurring. Also, Mail only primaries seemed to work our for Idaho... will other states do the same? And, a message from the Chairman of the National Indian Gaming Association. Plus your feedback.See the full episode show notes here: http://nativeopinion.com/shownotes/2020/5/23/episode-224-if-we-only-had-the-power

If anything is to be learned from this pandemic it is how woefully unprepared the United States has been in many areas. Americans are starving, as the country deals with food shortages, particularly in urban areas. A recent poll taken shows 37 % of Unemployed Americans ran out of food in the Month of April. If you can't work and make money, how do you buy food to live? Native People are also a part of this percentage who also live in urban areas. We look at this poll.Also, despite the pandemic, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) is back in operation, and working virtually. One of their cases may affect the jurisdiction of Oklahoma as it pertains to the 5 tribes within the borders of the state. At stake... Did the United States Congress dissolve the Muskogee Creek reservation, and remand jurisdiction to the state of Oklahoma? We take a look at Federal Indian Law, as well as potential scenarios that could play out for this case.To see the full show notes for this episode, please visit:http://nativ

In our realities of self quarantines, Armed citizens acting like militia, and the attitude of a Federal government who has arbitrarily decided (for all of us) that it's more important to "Open America for business" than it is to protect American lives. We look at what some tribes are doing to protect their citizens, and how they have to fight not only the virus but the state that surrounds them. Also, Why are Liquor Stores and Gun Shops considered "Essential Businesses"?Also, what is the "Hidden Cost" of formally recognizing Native American Tribes by the Federal Government?See Full Show Notes: http://nativeopinion.com/shownotes/2020/5/16/episode-222-truly-eyes-wide-shut

The response by the Federal Government of America to the Covid-19 pandemic has been irresponsible and (as former President Obama has stated in a leaked call) "chaotic". However, that chaos is hurting millions of people, and Indian Country is included. For example, the Cares Act money has not reached the Indian Health Service, and we look at a lawsuit filed in federal district court. Will Indian country see any of that money to aid us in fighting Covid-19?SEE FULL EPISODE SHOW NOTES: http://nativeopinion.com/shownotes/2020/5/15/episode-221-wednesday-if-it-were-a-corporation

During the Pandemic, American's are quickly realizing that food is not something that can be taken for granted anymore. Grocery Stores are limiting supplies to try to help ensure that there is enough for customers. But foods like Meats are becoming very scarce. How do you feed a nation with so little? How is Indian country dealing with food shortages in our tribal communities?

Where did the 8 Billion in COVID-19 aid go for Indian Country? Also, the 2020 Census count.. why it's important to Indian country...or is it?See our full show notes for this episode at:http://nativeopinion.com/shownotes/2020/5/6/episode-219-its-old-tired-and-its-nothing-new

Following the suggestion from a listener, we provide a deconstruction of a new documentary executive produced by Michael Moore which sheds light on corporation influences within leading environmental groups, and how Indigenous people were misrepresented in the documentary. Also, a hard look at the misuse of the United States Constitution's 2nd amendment being used by the conservative "re-open" movement. Last, what happened to the 8 billion dollars "carved out" for Indian country? Plus, your feedback and voicemail.See Full Show Notes Here: http://nativeopinion.com/shownotes

Just an episode to talk about whatever comes to mind. It turns out, we ended busting on the Trump administration. I guess we needed to channel our stay at home quarantine frustration in a pro-active way. We couldn't do a regular show on Saturday, April 25th, 2019. We miss you guys! Plus, we announce that we are adding Wednesday's at 10 am to our weekly show. So Native Opinion will now broadcast twice a week! Saturdays, 9 am and Wednesday's 10 am Eastern Standard Time!See our Full Show Notes here: http://nativeopinion.com/shownotes

Sadly, we will not have a regular Native Opinion Radio show this week as we continue to test and troubleshoot our audio problems. This is a bonus episode of Native Opinion, where we would like to get your feedback on the sound quality of this audio. If you would not mind helping us out, please e-mail us at hosts@nativeopinion.com, and please let us know if the audio sounds good.If it's BAD, what would be VERY helpful to us if you could please tell us the following information:1.) How you listened to this particular episode (i.e. Phone, Tablet, or on the Native Opinion Website.2.) Describe how the audio sounds to you. (i.e. garbled, distorted, or too low)3.) If you listened on a mobile phone or tablet, and the audio was bad, what operating system you are using (Apple IOS or Android OS) and if you can also supply the version of the Operating system, and what model number of mobile device that would be extremely helpful.THANK YOU SO MUCH!

More coverage of COVID -19 inside of Indian Country. CBS news FINALLY decides to cover the effects of coronavirus on Indian Reservations. Also, what effect is COVID -19 having on Truck drivers in the United States?

With this COVID-19 crisis, Millions of Americans, including our tribal nations are relying on the federal government to roll out Stimulus Checks directed by the care Act. But how will that happen efficiently when more than 2000 Postal Service workers have tested positive for the Corona Virus?

During this World Wide Pandemic, here in the United States, what about the homesless? We look at 2012 report published by the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness & published in Indian Country Today'd website, and what effect homelessness has on American Indians. Also, we say goodbye to a Music legend.

Now that a historic stimulus package (called the care act) has been approved by the United States Congress, and signed by Trump, will Indian Country actually benefit from it? Will it provide not only immediate aid for tribes but long term sustainability that has been historically needed? we provide discussion around the Care Act and important budget information for tribes from 18 tribal advocacy groups.

Another episode dominated by Lot's Of Corona Updates. Also, are some Senate Republicans actually PROFITING off Covid-19? Co-host Michael Kickingbear provides some tough love for "Vote Blue" democrats, and we share a story about the United States' first Native American owned movie studio.

Coverage includes a deep dive into the Corona Virus (Covid-19) and are Native Communities prepared? A Cree Filmmaker releases stories on International Women's Day and racism has reached the Olive Garden.

EPISODE SUMMARY:People generally believe in their country. But for Indian country, that belief is tainted by the reality of continuous unkept promises and outright lies by the United States and Canada to its Indigenous citizens. In this episode, we examine various examples of this, including the continued abuse by Canada towards the Wet’suwet’en People over the Coastal Link gas pipeline.SHOWNOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:http://nativeopinion.com/shownotes/2020/3/7/episode-211-america-the-quintessential-liePLEASE SUPPORT NATIVE OPINION!http://nativeopinion.com/support

In this episode we are talking politics. Some are calling this up coming presidential election "The most important election in this nations history.". But how involved should Native people be in American elections? We look at Voter supression, and some of the history behind Indigenous peoples "Right To Vote"

American federal policy has a lot to be desired when it comes to how it affects our tribal nations across the country. In this episode, we look at the history of infringement cases, lack of tribal consultation in policy. We also take a very hard look Former New York Ciy Mayor, and Media Billionare Mike Bloomberg. Is he right for Indian Country? We think we have the answer.