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Culture Denied Native Americans have been continuously denied political and civic rights throughout the course of the history of the United States. Because of westward growth and development, they were displaced from their original lands and sent to reservations. Due to their minority status, Native Americans were denied the chance to exercise their constitutional rights and obtain the same treatment as others. Native Americans have made minimal progress towards becoming full citizens in the United States of America because the acts and group involvement does not foster the manner in which to address the numerous disparities hampering their ability to manoeuvre the ever-changing landscape and succeed financially due to a lack of understanding of their culture. Americans went westward in pursuit of wide-open areas, displacing Native Americans due to the Homestead Act of 1862 legislation. This event is historically significant because it depicts the rise of the United States and how Native Americans were often driven off their ancestral homelands and into reservations. It has shown gradual improvement in the United States' ability to treat all persons fairly. Also demonstrating how they continue to desire to promote their "American" ideals and values, regardless of whether it means having someone remove them from their land or deprive them of their cultural heritage (2004). This expansion of Americans entailed the eviction of Native American tribes who had resided in the region for millennia. Native Americans of the Great Plains and Southwest relinquished their country and were eventually transferred to tiny reserves through a series of treaties and agreements. Native Americans considered themselves members of their own cultural groups (tribes) from the

beginning of settlers coming into the United States; they weren't viewed as citizens of the United States. "The Indian Citizen Act of 1924 was an important turning point in American history, finally acknowledging the significance and contributions of Native Americans to the fabric of the country." However, other states, mainly in the Southwest (2016), disregarded the 1924 decision and did not allow voting. While this act addressed some of the inequities and acknowledged their significance, it did not address all of them. Native Americans continue to endure hardship. They manage issues that stem from opposing opinions. This is shown by the Meriam Report, which reinforced the notion that Native Americans were not treated properly and were not entitled to the same advantages as other US citizens. The 1934 Indian Reorganization Act. This legislation attempted to assess and address the concerns raised by the Meriam entitled Report, which revealed that Native Americans in the tribal communities at the time of its publication were impoverished, in pain and suffering, and dissatisfied. Although this addressed some issues, which included tribal self-government, it did not address the overwhelming majority of tribes. However, it may have been more successful in totally addressing or appropriately treating the problem at hand. This event was historically noteworthy due to the fact that it failed to resolve all of the challenges, it demonstrated the progress achieved by the Native American community. It demonstrates that the federal government is paying greater attention to Native Americans, but it does not reach the point of equal treatment or total comprehension of Native American culture (2021). Recognizing Native American customs as well as requirements are being addressed by ongoing contemplation on contemporary community realities and needs. Understanding Native American culture allows people to keep informed on the different experiences, customs, and methods they use to view the world. Numerous individuals were

disappointed by the National Congress of American Indians' seeming silence. Little was being done in the United States to express gratitude to and recognize Native American culture. As previously said, Native Americans were uprooted and unable to acquire new knowledge and develop from their past. This severely influenced their capacity to instruct the kids and thrive as a country. Expulsion from their homeland and customs resulted in the loss of their language, culture, legends, and history. The National Indian Youth Council was created in Gallup, the state of New Mexico, in 1961. This incident was historically noteworthy because it demonstrates Native Americans' courage in defending their beliefs, culture, and way of life. This additionally proves how little the government has safeguarded or improved Native Americans' way of life. This also reflects the strength and togetherness of Native Americans, who are still eager to fight for what they think is right despite recent setbacks (2014). While this organization recognizes the people's needs, it does not dismiss the Native Americans' ongoing desire to receive help in reclaiming their culture and traditions. Native Americans have experienced being repeatedly dispossessed and pushed to conform to American cultural norms. The Indian Self-Determination and Education Act of 1975 (2003) was driven by a lack of sovereignty over their tribal property and earlier government aid for its services and activities. The legislation emphasized Native Americans since it gave them more authority over land belonging to their tribe and, more importantly, eligibility for government services and programs on tribal grounds. The event in question is significant because it shows Native Americans' growth in America. Giving Native Americans more control over their tribal lands is crucial to their continued existence. This now means that the federal government

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acknowledges and appreciates Native Americans in a more equitable manner than in the past (2022). While there have been legislation, study, and individuals who have been engaged in correcting Native Americans' unfairness and imbalance, they remain confronted with hurdles to their absorption into our society while enjoying their own culture. It is a problematic mix of modern context and historical inquiry to try to reconcile earlier failures while making significant advancements in comprehending the many parts of culture. While Native Americans have achieved a certain degree of advancement, more has to be done in terms of the depth and manner in which they can respect their ancestry and their accomplishments. They have been robbed of the memories and artifacts that distinguish them from others and are putting together pieces of the past. However, the United States has lacked a grasp of Native American culture and the importance they have placed on the area we call home. As a society, we must keep continuing to pause and reflect on and respect our culture and the needs that exist to mitigate some of the damage that our actions have caused. Works Cited

Bruyneel, K. (2004). Challenging American boundaries: Indigenous people and the "gift" of U.S. citizenship. Studies in American Political Development, 18(1), 30-43. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0898588X04000021 Cahill, C. D. (2020). "Our Democracy and the American Indian": Citizenship, Sovereignty, and the Native Vote in the 1920s. Journal of Women's History, 32(1), 41- 51. https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/our-democracy-american-indian- citizenship/docview/2368695602/se-2 Ewen Alexander, & Wollock Jeffrey. (2014). National Indian Youth Council. Facts On File. FRYE, D., & PARKER, D. P. (2021). Indigenous Self-Governance and Development on American Indian Reservations. AEA Papers & Proceedings, 111, 233–237. https://doi.org/10.1257/pandp.20211099 Indian Citizenship Act of 1924, 68 U.S.C. § 175 (1924). https://www.archives.gov/files/historical-docs/doc-content/images/indian-citizenship-act- 1924.pdf Paragraph 1 McCoy, M. G. (2016). Hidden citizens: The courts and Native American voting rights in the Southwest Ware, M. C. (2022). Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975. Salem Press Encyclopedia.