Native commentary on Gay Pride

Indian Country Today's daily newscast Traditional gender roles in Native American cultures have included two-spirit people in a significant way. An Oglala Lakota poetry program gives voice to youth. And crisis averted--federal officials have passed legislation on the debt ceiling. But what’s in it for Native communities? President Joe Biden signed historic legislation on Saturday to raise the debt ceiling, avoiding an economic disaster. It marked a rare moment for Democrats and Republicans to vote in favor of the same bill. ICT Editor-at-Large Mark Trahant talks what is in the Fiscal Responsibility Act. Community was front and center at the grand opening of the Oglala Lakota Artspace in May. Pte San Win is part of its poetry program called “Dances with Words.” ICT’s Shirley Sneve has this interview. June is pride month in the U.S. In many Native cultures around the world, two-spirit people have held an esteemed role in tradition cultures. The Reverend Martin Brokenleg holds a doctorate degree in psychology and is a graduate of the Episcopal Divinity School. He has a history of teaching and retired as the Director of Indigenous Ministries at the University of British Columbia. Follow us on Twitter -   / indiancountry   Follow us on Facebook -   / indiancountrytoday   ICT Opinion Facebook -   / ictopinion   Follow us on Instagram -   / indiancountrytoday