My apology for what took place during the Indian Boarding School era is only one step forward from the shadows of the past.
That’s why I’ve been committed to working with Indigenous communities across the country to write a new and better chapter in our history.
The Federal Indian Boarding School Era is one of the darkest chapters of American history. The trauma experienced in those institutions haunts our conscience to this very day.
Today, I'm in Arizona to issue a long overdue presidential apology for this era – and speak to how my Administration has worked to invest in Indian Country and our relationships with Tribal Nations, advance Tribal sovereignty and self-determination, respect Native cultures, and protect Indigenous sacred sites.
On my watch, we'll remain committed to ushering in a new era between our government and nation-to-nation relationships – one that is grounded in dignity and respect.
We must remember our full history, even when it's painful. That's what great nations do. And we are a great nation.
At least 973 Native American children died in the U.S. government’s abusive boarding school system, according to the results of an investigation released Tuesday by officials who called on the government to apologize for the schools.
https://t.co/pww7NGTzKY
Oklahoma State University mascot, Pistol Pete, was the surprise guest for “Revival” at Zach’s concert last night at the Paycom Center.
(🎥: hnasty14 on tiktok)
Nobody does tradition like Oklahoma State. 🤠
America’s Greatest Homecoming celebrating Pistol Pete and ‘The Year of the Cowboy’ is underway with the dyeing of the library fountain!
https://t.co/dSbPBEY7lg | #okstatehc