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Who can Identify as a Native American?

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What’s the deal with “Pretendians”? Tai Leclare and experts dissect what it really means to be Native—whether it’s blood, initiation, or just a claim. This episode digs deep into the complexities of identity and last names in Indian Country.

You can watch the new season (2024) of Native America now – head to https://www.pbs.org/native-america

Source: PBS Origins www.youtube.com/@pbsorigins

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