Carrie Lowry-Schuettpelz
Enrolled member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, author of "The Indian Card", and former Obama Administration official.
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Oct 21, 2024 • 9min
'The Indian Card' explores the question of Native identity in the United States
Carrie Lowry-Schuettpelz, a passionate author and data analyst, dives into the complexities of Native American identity in her book, 'The Indian Card.' She discusses her discovery of a surge in people identifying as Native through Census data. The conversation touches on the historical implications of federal policies like the Indian Relocation Act, revealing how these have shaped personal and collective identities. Lowry-Schuettpelz shares poignant stories of disconnection, belonging, and the emotional impact of cultural loss in Native communities.
