Upper Peninsula Swan Song: As state continues its betrayal of the pristine northwoods, the Governor and Hollywood use song to promote Upper Peninsula mining
Michigan governor uses state song to promote mining as KBIC tribe sues over "Acid Mine" plan
Submitted by Greg Peterson on Thu, 2008-01-17 10:04.Racism against Native Americans in northern Michigan debated in Sundance Channel reality TV series Nimrod Nation
Submitted by Greg Peterson on Thu, 2007-12-13 21:04.The Great White North: National documentary shines light on racism against Native Americans in northern Michigan
Nimrod Nation on Sundance Channel highlights Upper Peninsula quirkiness of rural life, passion for high school basketball, hunting and fishing
Most views in the last week:
- Tell us what you think about the 'Navajobama' T-shirt, and we'll send your comments to the manufacturer—and to the Obama for President campaign. (No profanities, please.)
- A Native American gay wedding ceremony takes place at a Two Spirit gathering in Montana.
- Omission disappoints Native Americans attending the presidential candidate's speech in Wisconsin. Others express concern over Obama's stance on Indian gaming.
- The Native actor’s role on 'Law and Order: SVU' is coming to an end, but he plans to stay busy with an Internet TV show, a book and a new baby.
- Crows wait in line for more than six hours to hear the Democratic presidential candidate. 'Somebody finally recognized us enough to come an extra few hours,' says one tribal member.
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