I am the maker of my own fortune.
but the bundle of twigs is strong.
but grovel to none.”
Tecumseh
Tecumseh (March 1768 to October 5, 1813)
A Shawnee leader who became the primary leader
of a large Native American confederacy in the early 19th century.
With Thanksgiving behind us, I realized I had not heard one newscaster or for that matter, one government official mention Native Americans. This nation began with the genocide of the Native Indians. I often wonder what North America would look like without its 1492 landing and the fore fathers that confiscated it unlawfully.
I’ve been reading and listening to the news about the Coronavirus impact on Native Americans. There’s one article in particular written by Lizzie Wade in Science Magazine that was eye opening about the COVID-19 data on Native Americans which is a national disgrace. I hope you’ll take the time to read the article.
This country hasn’t respected Indigenous people since the day we set foot on their land. It angers and saddens me that some things never change.
Shine On
