After reading this unit's chapters and watching the film Tribal Nations: The Story of Federal Indian Law …
Native American tribes are independent, sovereign nations within the United States. They are considered equal to states and subject only to the federal government and the Supreme Court. This is commonly known as the "trust relationship" (trust and trustee); tribes are considered "domestic dependent nations."
Guiding Prompt: Think of examples that highlight the significance and importance of a sovereign nation. Consider which benefits living in a sovereign nation grants you and compare sovereignty between the United States and Native American tribes. Where does democracy fit in this discussion?
also the video from BESE on tribal sovereignty https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6Ku7EeqdR4&feature=youtu.be
Respond to the readings and films, and to add some of your own research. Each paper should be about 2 pages long, double-spaced (about 500 words) and address the provided prompt in the following manner:
Introduction. What is this unit’s topic about? Respond to the prompt by identifying specific sections in the readings and films that speak to the topic.
Research. Identify an artifact or example that highlights the topic in concurrent society. For example, find an article from at least two places: Native American news source, a piece of art (music, written, paint, etc.), or something else relevant that may provide an example or argument that relates to the topic. Native American news sources are provided in the course shell in the left-hand menu. However, you may find a different item that would help underscore the issue or your argument. (For example, in the unit Identity, you may find products and advertisers that are using Native American culture to sell their products.
Conclusion. Here, you tie the readings, film, and your found article/item together. What is your take-away in response to the prompt? What are you making of this issue after having done some research?
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