Politics & Policy

My Mother's Story: Flora Sombrero Lind 1923 – 2010

This blog post originally appeared in the online forum Native American Netroots . My mother passed away on June 25, 2010 at her home in Richfield, Utah. She was 86. My brother, sister and I were by her side when she breathed her last breath. This is the tribute I gave at her funeral: Another elder...

UPDATED! Raising the Voices of Native American Families: A MomsRising.org Blog Carnival with National Congress of American Indians

UPDATED!: November, 16, 2015 --This Native American Heritage Month, we're thrilled to revisit these important reflections from Native American leaders, mothers and allies. As we strive for fair pay, access to healthcare and education, and food justice for all mothers and families, we remember the...

Share Your Story: MomsRising Blog Carnival "Raising the Voices of Native American Families"

For many families across the United States, November is a time to reflect and show gratitude for all that we have. Thanksgiving is an annual celebration marked by family reunions, turkey dinners and football. However, for many Native Americans, whose ancestors lived in the United States long before...

Alive because of the Affordable Care Act

As a young, healthy man in my 20’s I just wasn’t worried about health insurance, but that changed unexpectedly, and I found myself in the position of wondering if I would have to choose between my home or my own health. As a musician, I've always felt lucky to have enough work to support myself...