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The Democratic Party has worked to establish a place at the table for Native Americans. We are working with Native people to expand the roles they play in the state and national party organizations, and we fully support Native participation in the electoral process, not just as voters but as candidates. Native American values are those of the Democratic Party: taking care of those who need a helping hand and giving a voice to those who have not had representation. LATEST »Reauthorizing the Indian Health Care Improvement ActEarlier this week, President Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Included in this historic reform of the nation’s health insurance system was the permanent reauthorization of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA). After the signing ceremony, the President issued a brief statement on the reauthorization: DNC Native American Council Chair Issues Statement on Derogatory Comment by RNC Chair Michael SteeleIt was the Native people who first consecrated the ground on which we live and grow, who first asked for bountiful harvest and protection from the elements. In exchange for this they promised to be good stewards of the land.... Cheyenne Reservation receives new Health Center and Stimulus FundsThe Cheyenne River Sioux Indian Reservation is the latest community to see progress and development as a result of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. House passes bill recognizing Indian tribesThe House today passed a bill recognizing seven Indian Tribes in North Carolina and Virginia. The move supports remarks made earlier this year by the President's administration; |
