The Doctrine of Discovery ~ "Rural America Needs Immigrants"

Tuesday, February 19, 2019 – A discussion of the “Doctrine of Discovery” will take place this Friday and Saturday in Bismarck. The doctrine is concept of international law regarding European claims on lands for colonization, ignoring aboriginal rights. Joining us with a preview is Joseph McNeil Jr., one of the presenters; and the Reverend Karen Van Fossan, one of the event organizers. ~~~ How do tribes engage this White House in meaningful discussions about tribal priorities? We are seeing a number of tests on that, including potential development on tribal or treaty lands that includes border walls, energy development and pipelines. Mark Trahant comments in the wake of a White House listening session. ~~~ Art Cullen, editor of the Storm Lake Times in Iowa, recently wrote an intriguing commentary titled “Help Wanted: Rural American Needs Immigrants.” He joins us for a discussion of the role new Americans play in the rural economy.