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Native American Political Candidates

More and more Native American candidates are running for political office in the United States. Inspired by the Standing Rock protests in 2016-17 and laws that attempt to limit voting rights of Native Americans, these candidates are energized to get involved and create change. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
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3:11
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Q: What is important to Deb Haaland?
A: She is interested in raising up women’s issues; she feels like it is time for an Indigenous woman to have a say in government.

Q: What event inspired many Native American people to run for office?
A: The Standing Rock protest in 2016-17.

Q: How do laws that restrict voting impact Native Americans?
A: The laws state that tribal identification is not a valid form of identification to vote, which disenfranchises Native Americans who live on tribal lands.

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