The American Indian Movement Part 2

Nightmares of the Americas: Indigenous Tales

AIM sought to address issues such as treaty rights, land rights, tribal sovereignty, and the broader social, economic, and political injustices faced by Indigenous communities.
Raymond Yellow Thunder and Wesley Bulltail were both victims of racial violence, and their cases highlight some of the challenges faced by Natives and the response from AIM.
Raymond Yellow Thunder was a member of the Oglala Lakota Sioux Tribe who was brutally murdered in Gordon, Nebraska in 1972. His death sparked outrage within the Native American community and drew attention to the prevalence of violence and racism faced by Indigenous people in the United States. AIM played a significant role in seeking justice for Yellow Thunder, bringing national attention to his case and putting pressure on law enforcement to thoroughly investigate and prosecute those responsible for his death.
Wesley Bulltail was another Native American man who was killed in 1972 in South Dakota. His death, like Yellow Thunder's, was a catalyst for activism and highlighted the systemic racism and violence faced by Native Americans. AIM worked to raise awareness about Bulltail's case and demand accountability for his death.
In both instances, AIM utilized protests, demonstrations, and advocacy campaigns to demand justice and raise awareness about the injustices faced by Native Americans. These cases underscored the broader issues of racial discrimination, violence, and lack of accountability within law enforcement and the justice system concerning crimes against Indigenous people. AIM's efforts helped to shine a spotlight on these issues and push for change, although systemic challenges persist in addressing the historical and ongoing injustices experienced by Native American communities.
Next week we will get in to the occupation of wounded knee and the injustices that follow.

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