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Dr. B and Lycia Ortega Elevate Native Voices, Confront Historical Injustices, and Advocate Sovereignty

Dr. B and Lycia Ortega Elevate Native Voices, Confront Historical Injustices, and Advocate Sovereignty

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Dr. B hosts Lycia Ortega, a Quechan Indian tribe member and communication specialist, on the Urban Rez radio show. Lycia discusses her extensive experience in amplifying the voices of historically underserved communities and her work on significant campaigns like changing the Washington football team's name and supporting Deb Haaland's appointment. They delve into the challenges faced by Native Americans, including the impact of historical policies like the Indian Removal Act, the lack of basic amenities on reservations, and the importance of sovereignty and cultural values. They emphasize the need for unity, community, and systemic opportunities to address these issues.

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