As the 117th Congress commences, Indian Country is in a national emergency that while intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic has its roots in the Federal Government's neglect of its fiduciary obligations to Indian Country.
Fawn Sharp highlights the urgent crisis in Indian Country due to government neglect and COVID-19.
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