Misogyny is alive and well
April 11, 2019 Vi Waln Lakota people, as well as other Indigenous nations, speak about the sacredness of women. As women, we hold the power to…
Peyote Exemption Will Remain in Place
March 5, 2019 Vi Waln, Sicangu Scribe The Rosebud Sioux Tribe has no intent to change Title Five of the Law and Order Code exempting possession,…
When Ignorant People Terrorize Indigenous People
January 21, 2019 Vi Waln The strength of Nathan Phillips, an Indigenous elder and veteran, was witnessed by many over the past week. Perhaps…
Why We Remember Wounded Knee
December 27, 2018 Vi Waln It is winter on the Great Plains. This is the time of the year when our ancestors fled after the murder…
It’s LNI Week
December 9, 2018 Vi Waln The Lakota Nation Invitational (LNI) will once again host large groups of student athletes and scholars as they compete in a…
We Embrace Tribal Heritage Every Day
November 22, 2018 Vi Waln Native American Heritage Month is designed by Presidential Proclamation in November. Native American Heritage Day is observed on the day after…
Fake News
August 16, 2018 Vi Waln In 2018, some of the most damaging attacks are coming from government officials. Criticizing the news media — for underplaying or…
