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America 250: A Republic Built on Native Land

Editor’s Note: This article is part of Native News Online’s America 250: A Republic Built on Native Land initiative. As the United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, Americans are reflecting on the nation’s founding, its ideals, and its history. Yet any honest examination of the American story must also acknowledge a fundamental truth: the United…

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