Mini-doc features soccer star Madison Hammond
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On the Tuesday edition of the ICT Newscast, Daybreak Star Radio unites the Seattle Indigenous community. Madison Hammond is the focus of a new mini documentary. Law professor Richard Monette talks about Indigenous core values in the law and government
Seattle has been a hub of Indigenous activity for generations. Centering on the culture of the Coast Salish tribes, it remains a gathering place for Native Americans through the generations. The Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center is at the center of this activity as a multifaceted service organization. Daybreak Star Radio is an online streaming service that unites and inspires community. Its Program Director Harris Francis tells us more.
Soccer star Madison Hammond is the focus of a new mini documentary. It shares a rare picture of her life behind-the-scenes, focusing on mental health, identity and family. The 25-year-old is the first Native American player in the National Women’s Soccer League. This film was directed by Kyle Bell and produced by IllumiNative and Reno Productions.
University of Wisconsin Law Professor Richard Monette has served as Chairman Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa and helped draft dozens of tribal constitutions. ICT’s Stewart Huntington has this interview about how tribal governments can benefit from adopting Indigenous ideas.
A slice of our Indigenous world.
President Joe Biden has met with top Republicans and Democrats to find a potential solution to the looming debt ceiling. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told lawmakers the government will not be able to pay its bills, as early as June 1, unless Congress raises the debt limit.
A proposed bill would support economic development on tribal lands, if passed into law. The Unlocked Act was proposed by senators Lisa Murkowski and Brian Shatz. If the legislation is successful, it would amend the Long-Term Leasing Act and would authorize all federally recognized Tribes to issue leases, of their lands, for up to 99 years.
Athletes from all over Brazil participated in what is being called the Olympic Games of Indigenous people last month. Spectators watched competitions in everything from archery to tug-of-war. ICT’s Vincent Moniz has more.
The longest serving Native American member of Congress recently received a new honor.
Representative Tom Cole of Oklahoma was inducted into the National Service Hall of Fame by Voices for National Service, for his long standing work with Americorps.
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