Revisiting the fight over the Lakota language as Trump targets "divisive narratives"
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Language and Empowerment: The Lakota Narrative
This chapter examines the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe's decision to sue the Lakota Language Consortium over language-related concerns, stressing the importance of the Lakota language. It also highlights recent milestones such as the Lakota-dubbed release of Marvel's Avengers and the involvement of community members in Lakota studies, reinforcing the role of language in cultural empowerment.
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