Rebecca Nagle

Rebecca Nagle, host of Crooked Media's This Land, joins Melissa, Leah, and Kate to recap the arguments in Haaland v. Brackeen. The case revolves around the Indian Child Welfare Act, which lays out a set of preferences for where Native American children can be placed for foster care and adoption. The challengers, white foster parents trying to adopt Native American children, are claiming a violation of the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment. But as Rebecca explains, tribal sovereignty isn't racial-- it's political.Plus, we take a look at the midterm outcomes and what they mean for the courts.Listen to Season 2 of This Land, all about the  back story of Haaland v. Brackeen.Read Rebecca Nagle's piece in The Atlantic, "The Supreme Court Case That Could Break Native Sovereignty." Get tickets for STRICT SCRUTINY LIVE – The Bad Decisions Tour 2025! 10/4 – ChicagoLearn more: http://crooked.com/eventsOrder your copy of Leah's book, Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad VibesGet tickets to CROOKED CON November 6-7 in Washington, D.C at http://crookedcon.comFollow us on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rebecca Nagle, a Native journalist and author of "By the Fire We Carry," dives deep into the complex legacy of Andrew Jackson. She examines his dual image as a 'common man' president and a proponent of oppressive policies, especially towards Native peoples. Nagle discusses key historical events like the Trail of Tears, the Indian Removal Act, and crucial Supreme Court cases that highlight the struggle for Cherokee sovereignty. The conversation underscores the need for a nuanced understanding of Native sovereignty and contemporary implications for Indigenous rights.

Rebecca Nagle, author of "By the Fire We Carry," discusses the ongoing battle for Native rights and the implications of federal Indian law. She highlights the tensions between Native sovereignty and judicial interpretations. Law professors Reva Siegel and Mary Ziegler delve into the Comstock Act's legacy, exploring its profound effects on reproductive rights and women's freedoms. They dissect the historical injustices linked to censorship and the struggle for civil rights in today’s political landscape, critiquing the suppression of marginalized voices.

Rebecca Nagle, an award-winning journalist and Cherokee Nation citizen, delves into the landmark McGirt v. Oklahoma case that reshaped the legal landscape for Native tribes. She discusses the historical roots of Indigenous sovereignty and the profound impact of treaties still in force today. Nagle explores the 1999 Patrick Murphy murder case, emphasizing how past injustices continue to challenge Native rights. With her compelling analysis, she highlights the resilience of Indigenous communities and the importance of reclaiming their narratives in the face of ongoing legal hurdles.

In this engaging conversation, Rebecca Nagle, a journalist and Cherokee Nation member, shares insights from her book 'By the Fire We Carry.' She discusses the landmark Supreme Court decision that restored vast tribal lands in Oklahoma and its implications for Native American sovereignty. Nagle explores her family's complex legacy amidst this ongoing struggle, reflecting on historical trauma and contemporary issues of tribal identity. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of the fight for land justice and the vital connections between history and modern Indigenous rights.