"Russell Means was not only a visionary, he was also keeper of memories. Russell was both an orator and a man of action. Inspired by a legacy of strength, Russell was one who walked his talk and inspired others to...

"He was a hero. Make no mistake about it. And, his death in late October, is a great loss to America, not just American Indians, he challenged us a to be better people. In 1973, life was not good on...

"One of the most important ways to ensure all Michiganders understand the importance of tribal communities in our state is by showing up to the polls to vote this November. On November 6, Michigan voters will do more than help...

Oglala Lakota Kevin Killer hopes to keep hold of his seat in the South Dakota Legislature. PHOTO COURTESY/SOUTH DAKOTA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pine Ridge man seeks third term in S.D. House Killer vies against two others for seat held...

"In recent months, my role as Speaker of the House has allowed me to travel much of our great nation—including Indian country—and talk to Americans of all walks of life. Wherever I go, conversation quickly turns to jobs and the...

"I never met Russell Means. I had the chance to meet him when I was a kid. In fact, I saw him a few times as a youngster, but I was so intimidated by him—he seemed bigger than life—I never...

Sculptures from Abraham Anghik Ruben, an Inuit artist from Canada, are featured in a new exhibit at the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C. "Arctic Journeys/Ancient Memories: The Sculpture of Abraham Anghik Ruben" presents 23 recent works....

The Indian Health Service is still working on a policy for emergency contraception, the Associated Press reports. In May, the IHS said it would allow facilities to dispense Plan B directly to patients. The policy would enable Indian women to...