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“A new report released Tuesday shows that Native American people are incarcerated at rates up to seven times higher than White people in the United States.”
May 5th is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. I am gratified to note North Dakota officially observes the day as well. It is a day of awareness and action, honoring and remembering our stolen sisters,
It's time to end the senseless suffering of our Elder Leonard Peltier. Our National Caucus of Native American State Legislators call on
@POTUS
to free Peltier now. Let him return to his homelands.
#FreePeltier
#RiseUpforPeltier
Hi, Leonard is very sick and needs medical attention. Please call President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Please call your Congress Reps and US Senators. Tribal Nation Councils. He asked to let everyone know on the outside.
Wore my Jim Thorpe T-shirt today too! By NTVS. 🧵
"Jim Thorpe is a hero across Indian Country, and he is an American hero," she said. "He represented this country before it even recognized Native Americans as citizens, and he did so with humility and grace.
Listening to
@DebHaalandNM
opening statement in her confirmation hearing. I find great strength in her words. It can be so very isolating in these spaces. Thank you Deb for your courage and for inspiring us all. Maacigiraac (thank you) ❤️
#Deb4Interior
#DebForInterior
Leonard asked me to come visit him since I was in the area, so I did. He was in good spirits but wants out now. “I was never sentenced for life and without parole.” Leonard has served 5 life sentences, 60 years including good time. He is asking everyone to push for his freedom.
Heard from Leonard Peltier, twice today. I’m completely amazed at how upbeat he is. Each time he calls, I try to take good notes. He talks fast but, you have to when the phone calls are in 15 min increments. Hesitant in sharing this, but sis says we need to share. ♥️☀️.
My daughter and I went through the drive thru at a fast food place. The worker read my debit card and said to my daughter, you’re Ruth Buffalo?! He looked out the window and saw me in the passenger seat. He said, “Holy Shit! I follow you are social media! You’re amazing!”
Going through the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative Investigative Report and can only make it as far as the first few pages after reading the opening regarding our Chiricahua Apache relatives. 🥹♥️
Leonard still hasn’t received medical attention. If there’s anyone out there with any pull within the Bureau of Prisons, HE NEEDS HELP. And can’t wait until Monday. Please help. ♥️
News flash ⚡️ Tribal consultation is not telling tribal nations what to do. Or telling tribal nations, this (policy) has been in place for a long time.
News flash ⚡️ Harmful policies are meant to be changed. And need to be.
I’m thankful for all who fought hard for the Supreme Court ruling in our favor, today. However, I’m tired of yet another legal body deciding our fate and freedom, as the original people of these stolen lands you reside on. ♥️☀️🌷.
Yesterday, our National Caucus of Native American State Legislators unanimously approved a resolution to support an award of executive clemency for political prisoner, Leonard Peltier.
@JoeBiden
@VP
#NCSLsummit
Guraagute cagic (good morning),
We didn’t win this race, but the work for a more just and prosperous future, continues. I am so very proud of all that we accomplished together. I am honored to have been called to represent the people of District 27. There are more of us coming.
I’m en route via Uber to the White House. I’m wearing a skirt that is very special to me. It was an order placed by mama Cerese before her passing. She asked Belisha White Eagle if she still made skirts and said, “Ruthie will need one this summer for campaign season”.
I’m happy to officially announce my candidacy for reelection to the North Dakota State House of Representatives!
Today, I was once again endorsed by the DEMNPL to represent District 27.
It’s been an honor to serve my constituents the past four years. Serving our legislature.
Don’t forget to support your local tribal college and universities by checking out their bookstores. A lot of good handmade items from local artists. Some have online bookstores too.
Women do not have equal opportunity to financial success due to workplace discrimination. In fact, Native women lose out on $1,035,360 over the course of their careers. On
#NativeWomensEqualPay
Day, we are calling for equal opportunity regardless of gender or race.
Today is a historic day! The Native American Caucus has been formed and approved unanimously within the Dem-NPL. We look forward to building and strengthening relationships across the state.
Spent a couple days in the badlands. When asked to pay to enter, shared that we are all members of a federally recognized tribal nation. We then were able to enter free without charge. The boy twin was amazed. He said, “wow, we are VIPs on stolen land”. Yes, child. Yes. 😆♥️
The girl twin and I. My purse was designed by my grandpa. My grandparents left behind the blueprints/designs for at the time my moms fully beaded outfit that is now in progress. ♥️.
Day 1 of legislative management reports on the interim committee work, is complete. Just finishing my duties as your state house rep for District 27, this time around. It has been an honor serving and representing you.
A beautiful evening out in the rural area of District 27. Today, we heard from 8 rural neighbors out of 20 stops. Thank you for your continued support. Be good to one another.
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Online:
Send Letters:
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Washington, DC 20500
📣FIND YOUR SENATOR
#FreeLeonardPeltier
Happy Mother’s Day to the matriarchs past, present, and future! Today is also a day to acknowledge the mothers who have gone on, who are no less loved. I hope you take time for yourself today. You are appreciated and cherished.
#happymothersday2021
Was able to make Leonard laugh yesterday/today, so that makes me happy. Brought the backpack to mtgs on the hill. He went into lockdown as we were speaking today. Please continue to push for Justice for Leonard Peltier. ♥️
#JusticeforLeonardPeltier
Closing thoughts for this evening, after meeting Leonard. It has changed me, right down to my core. I have a lot of anger and less patience for bs. No offense. ♥️. But he is dying. He says this repeatedly, he wasn’t given a life sentence, yet there he sits, 48 years behind bars.
It’s a good day to be an All American! Did you know someone stole Jim Thorpes’ shoes the night before his race. He ran the race in two mismatched shoes he found in the trash and won! Here’s to the underdogs! Never give up.
Woke up to a phone call from Leonard. I’ll probably delete this tweet. I share this not to boast or brag. I wish we could get him out. He sounds like an Uncle to me. Pretty uplifting conversation♥️. Thankful for the phone call.
#RiseUpforPeltier
🪶Call the White House: 202-456-1111. Say you support COVID release & the commutation of
#LeonardPeltier
's sentence. He’s held at USP Coleman I in FL.
🪶Sign online petition:
🪶Contact your reps. Find them here:
The Biden administration has gone a step further, instructing federal agencies to integrate Indigenous practices and teachings into all kinds of policies including those addressing public health. Agencies are due to report on their progress soon.
Well, relatives, that’s a wrap! It has been an amazing four years serving you. ♥️ Congratulations to the newly elected legislators! My dear friend, District 10 State Rep Elect Hamida Dakane, will do great!
Six years ago today, Savanna Greywind was stolen from her family and unborn child. Savanna was eight months pregnant. Coincidentally, today is Savanna’s daughters 6th birthday. Please continue to keep the family in your prayers and action. Justice is needed.
Having a Native hold a Cabinet post in a presidential administration is long overdue. This is a huge step forward for all. Even more exciting that it’s Deb Haaland! She is a fierce leader and role model to many. Her voice and work are what our country needs the most right now.
“Further, American Indians and Alaska Natives are overrepresented in the prison population in 19 states and are sentenced more harshly compared to White, African American and Hispanic people.”
I was honored to attend the Inflation Reduction Act celebration at the White House! This pivotal legislation cuts prescription drug cost, caps insulin prices at $35, lowers energy costs, fights inflation, and is the most substantial bill passed to address the climate crisis!