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US Politics

The Illusion of Inclusion: How Political Proclamations Erase Tribal Sovereignty

Governor Gavin Newsom and President Donald Trump both issued statements recognizing Native American Heritage Month, yet both failed to acknowledge tribal sovereignty and government-to-government relationships. This erasure of political identity perpetuates historical injustices and undermines the very self-determination that defines Native nations.