Custer Died for Your Sins

In 'Custer Died for Your Sins: An Indian Manifesto', Vine Deloria Jr. critiques the historical misrepresentation and stereotyping of Native Americans, highlighting the profound consequences of these distortions on public perception and policy decisions.

The book addresses various issues, including the role of Christian missionaries, the bureaucratic inefficiencies of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the similarities and differences between the oppression of Native Americans and African Americans.

Deloria advocates for a return to traditional religion, more discretionary funds for tribes, and a redefinition of Indian affairs to support Native American self-governance and cultural integrity.