1ºBeautiful piece of work, but let's be honest, Native American Tribe is not just NORTH AMERICA. I haven't seen any Central or South American Tribes. Stop calling the US just America because it is not. I'm a Brazilian, and I am an American too. South American.
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It's impressive how some people came here against my argument, asking if I'm indigenous, that the photographer is from the US, and that maybe they don't even imagine that Brazil also has indigenous people, as well as in several other countries in South America. I am critical of the media's generalization of calling the US just America. And if you read the article, this term has been reinforced for a long time. The correct name should be the United States of North America. Bunch of egocentrics.
2ºThe photographer goal was to photograph citizens of (US recognized tribes, meaning a tribe that has a 'legal' relationship with the US). He did that. Those of you complaining about the context most likely have not purchased his book (50 bucks) to see his completed work. Also it's clear he was not seeking to photograph Indigenous (meaning race) of the western hemisphere, but rather (Indian, meaning political status) of the United States.
Like this person who had a dream to do this, those of you who want to see Indigenous people of the western hemisphere photograph, get your cameras out and pass ports plus travel tickets and hotel stays ready and get busy.
3ºHilário Pereira I agree, we are very self-centered living in the USA and easily forget that America is a continent comprised of a multitude of nations. I would bet most people from the USA don’t even know that Greenland, Mexico and the Caribbean are part of North America. Most people in our nation do not view life through indigenous lenses, let alone through the indigenous lenses of our entire continent. Little by little we are learning, as for me, I am learning in Seminary late in life, but my eyes are opening and my shame is burning. Obrigada, please keep speaking the truth, and I will too. In the meantime, I have ordered this lovely book.
4ºMarie Anderson Contrary to popular belief, slavery was not a widespread practice among Native American tribes. While there were some instances of indigenous groups owning and enslaving members of other tribes, it was not a common practice.
There were a few tribes, such as the Cherokee, Creek, and Choctaw, who did adopt the practice of owning African American slaves during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly after European colonization brought them into contact with the transatlantic slave trade. However, it's important to note that the number of slaves owned by these tribes was relatively small in comparison to the number owned by European colonizers in North America.
It's also worth noting that the concept of slavery in Native American societies was often quite different from the chattel slavery that was practiced in the United States. Many tribes practiced a form of indentured servitude or debt bondage, where individuals could work off a debt or serve a set term of labor in exchange for food, shelter, and protection. While this system could involve some restrictions on an individual's freedom, it was not the same as the lifelong, hereditary bondage experienced by enslaved Africans in the United States.
5ºAmari Murphy they're not a race.
Are Indigenous peoples a racial minority?
Indigenous peoples are frequently classified as a racial minority. However, it is important to understand that “Native American” or “American Indian” are not strictly racial categories. Being a member of a tribal nation provides a membership status. Because of tribes’ status as sovereign nations, Indigenous peoples/tribes are political entities. Whether an individual is a member of a federally recognized Indian tribe depends on the membership rules of each individual tribe. Those requirements usually have some basis in “blood quantum” ancestry, however, other criteria may also be used. A DNA test cannot tell you that you are Native American, because that status is defined by belonging to a tribal nation or community. “Native American” or “American Indian” thus differs from racial minority groups because it entails membership and that membership connotes a distinct historical and political relationship with the federal government.
6ºAlthough, I love CNN and many of its anchors (i.e., Anderson, Wolf, John King, Fredrick, Jake,etc.) I have wowed not to watch after the treatment of Don Lemon. He was only standing up for African Americans camaraderie and to be fired for that is insane. Yes, he could have handled a few things differently But I was so proud of him. Not only did he stand up to a GOP hopefully who doesn't have AA best interest at hand, 2) he knew his history and corrected the GOP hopeful for spreading false lies, narratives and plain ole bs for a vote. We've already lived through 4 years of this and lastly, he handled business. He buttoned his jacket without standing up and said it's time for you to leave my house. Don was cool, calm and collected. Poppy was the one who couldn't hold her composer. Her body language drew more insight to that something was off. If she could have gone under the table. I hate to tell you but he's too knowledgeable, sharp and let's not mention his wardrobe for both Poppy and Katelyn. He was waaayyyyyy out of their league. This network is no longer what I signed up for 20 plus years. Also, AA representation is not there and please don't think Gail King and Charles Barkley is it...Nada. See yall around. #TeamDon #imadonnette #DonLemon #CNN #becomingtooconservativeforme #missdon #didntwatchallweek #blacksforDon