Ahead of the critical 2020 election, this series explores the current landscape of voting rights and the challenges Native Americans face in exercising their considerable electoral power. Featuring commentary from Native elected officials, organizers, and writers, these stories examine the history of Native voting rights and political participation, and take a contemporary look at issues of civic engagement, representation in politics, and organizing strategy for activating Native communities.
Here’s what it means to protect and defend Native voting rights
When we talk about protecting Native American voting rights, what does that mean?
Want to win close elections in 2020 and beyond? Organize and invest in Native voters
Native communities have the power to swing elections.
Native American voter outreach has revved up in Arizona
Recent history and polling show why it’s such a promising state.
The Native vote is vital in the 2020 election
Our tribal sovereignty, lands, water, and the well-being of our people hinge on the outcome.
First, but not the last: representation matters
Rep. Deb Haaland on the importance of representative government.
