Compiled by Brooklyn Brown
One Feather Reporter
DHS makes social media post featuring “American Progress” portrait, striking controversy
On July 23, The Department of Homeland Security posted a famous portrait from 1872, “American Progress” by John Gast to their social media. The portrait has been taught in American public schools as a representative of 19th century American westward expansion and manifest destiny.
Read more: https://www.msnbc.com/msnbc/amp/rcna221128
Trump argues for Washington Commanders to change mascot back
On July 20, President Donald Trump spoke out against the NFL team Washington Commanders name change, threatening to curb their stadium build if they did not change the name back to “redskins.”
Read more: https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/trump-washington-commanders-deal/
Arizona state budget supports health care for tribal nations
The State of Arizona recently approved millions in their budget to support traditional health care for tribal nations, including the funding of a dialysis center for the Navajo Nation.