The Turbulent History of U.S. Indian Relations

This chapter explores the legal and historical framework of American Indian relations with the U.S. government from the post-Revolution period through the late 19th century. It delves into policies leading to the disenfranchisement of Native tribes, the implications of key legal cases, and the systemic oppression faced by indigenous peoples, highlighting moments such as the Trail of Tears. The narrative critiques the government's contradictory recognition of tribal sovereignty while simultaneously facilitating land seizures and cultural suppression.