Tag: Native American history and culture
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Get Your Read On with these Books by Indigenous Authors
Hello Meltingpot Readers, I admit, after recording my first podcast episode where we considered Thanksgiving from a Native American perspective, I realized how little I actually know about Native Americans. It’s rather embarrassing for someone who considers herself a “diversity diva” to know so little about the people who have legitimate claim on this land…
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MAMP Podcast Ep. #1: Deconstructing Thanksgiving
Hello Meltingpot Readers, On episode number one of the My American Meltingpot podcast, I am joined by the brilliant, Dr. Crystal Fleming, author of How to be Less Stupid about Race (Beacon). I invited Crystal to join me to talk about what we’re really celebrating when we celebrate Thanksgiving. Hint: It’s not the blessings of…
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It’s Not Too Late to Recognize Native American Heritage Month
Hello Meltingpot Readers, Today is November 21, and I’m just getting around to mentioning that November is Native American Heritage Month. I am deeply ashamed. Here I am claiming to be a diversity diva, calling myself Ms. Meltingpot, but I forgot that November is Native American Heritage month. This is a particularly appalling lapse in…
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Columbus Day has Lost its Luster, Let’s Radically Reclaim It
Hello Meltingpot Readers, Today is Columbus Day, but all three of my kids have school today. (And they go to public schools.). Here at Temple University, classes are in session. Even my bank is open for business today. So, what gives? It seems like just yesterday Columbus Day meant a lot of people, including all…
