With Greenland as a point of entry, a scramble for resources and renewed “national security” plans for the U.S. threaten the region’s Indigenous peoples. PLUS: Mega-capitalists may deny it, but they plan to profit from climate catastrophes.
Sovereignty
A gutless Labor government and a racist Coalition opposition – Neither can deliver justice for First Nations
A call to keep building a powerful movement which recognizes First Nations’ sovereignty in Australia.
First Nations truth-telling greets Charles, still formally Australia’s king, on his visit
The British monarchy must make good with collective reparations, not only in Australia, but throughout the entire Commonwealth.
Indigenous peoples refuse to be erased
Generations of stolen children are not forgotten.
Supreme Court assails tribal sovereignty
It will take collaboration among all human rights organizers to defend Indian Country.
Letters to the editor April 2022
Feedback from readers on recent articles in the Freedom Socialist.
Native children and sovereignty targeted by right-wing lawsuits
Ultra-right think tanks are backing lawsuits to destroy the Indian Child Welfare Act. At stake, tribal rights and Native sovereignty.
Exclusive: FSB talks with Victorian Koori Elder, Liz Hoffman
Elizabeth Hoffman, is chair of the Yorta Yorta Clans Group. She shared insights into the hidden history of the Indigenous peoples of the continent’s south-east. Like so many other such histories, it is about the murderous onslaught of the white invaders and of the struggle of the people to survive.
Being an Aboriginal woman
I am a 31-year-old Aboriginal woman of Ugarapul and Bundjalung tribal roots, who is strong in my culture, but contends with the aftermath of European invasion of this my sacred land, Australia.
First International Indigenous Women’s Conference Report Back
The conference allowed the women a platform to express their frustration and anger, but most of all, their survival. Never have I been a part of such a large group of strong, strong women. It was an absolutely inspirational event to be a part of.
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Latin America’s right-wing resurgence
U.S. backing and false promises to voters desperate for change have brought the ultraright to power in a dozen recent elections in Latin America.
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Topical and Timely
Cuba: A Socialist Dream Deferred
Traces the ups and downs of the Cuban Revolution and the critical issue of rising capitalist influence. Analyzes the main actors in Cuban society today and discusses the path forward.