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Monthly Archives: January 2013
Perpetrators of Hatred
The topic was Idle No More, and suddenly the peace was broken. The voice of a very angry white man cracked from the radio perched in my cluttered kitchen. “If there is one thing I can’t stand,” he growled, “it’s … Continue reading
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Tagged #IdleNoMore, genocide, hatred, Idle No More, Indigenous, John A. MacDonald, racism, spirituality, victim
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Chief Spence: The Fast is Complete
Chief Spence has ended her fast, the ceremony is complete. But far into the many tomorrows will the benefits of her sacrifice run like painted mustangs on an open range. Our thoughts which bring tears, our tears which bring a … Continue reading
Posted in Chief Spence, Spirituality
Tagged #IdleNoMore, Albert Dumont, Attawapiskat, Chief Theresa Spence, fasting, fasting ceremony, fasting ritual, Indigenous, peaceful, protest, spirituality
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Who is Guilty of Terrorism?
Our voices communicating honour for all life, the sound of our singing drums, the sight of our people dancing, the power of our circles and our growing pride are apparently terrorizing Canadians. This according to a definition of the word … Continue reading
Chief Spence: The Fasting Ritual
The men of Millhaven Institution’s (CSC) Native Brotherhood have found a hero, perhaps for the first time in their lives. Chief Theresa Spence has become a mighty source of inspiration into their rehabilitation goals. Her messages to them is that violence only … Continue reading
Imagine 60%
According to a recent poll, 60% of Canadians believe that the First Nations themselves are responsible for the misery and dysfunction found in their communities. This tells me that 60% of Canadians are a pretty hard-hearted bunch. What must they … Continue reading
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Tagged #IdleNoMore, Aboriginal, Albert Dumont, Attawapiskat, Chief Theresa Spence
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Chief Spence and the Sacred Fire
I had an awesome visit at Victoria Island today, January 16, 2013. The sun was warm and shining bright, not interfered with by even the smallest clouds. Large geese, unafraid of people around them, walked about like military brass inspecting … Continue reading
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Tagged #IdleNoMore, Aboriginal, Albert Dumont, Attawapiskat, Chief Theresa Spence, circle, eagle, fire, Indigenous, peaceful, prayer, sacred, sacred fire, treaties
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Chief Spence: A Peaceful Protest
Indeed, we are living in extraordinary times. The wonders in solidarity unfolding before us have created an energy in the First Nations that will stay with us until death. Our souls sing with joy. There is no turning back. The … Continue reading
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Tagged #IdleNoMore, 2013, Aboriginal, Albert Dumont, Attawapiskat, Chief Theresa Spence, Cree, First Nations, Indigenous, peace, peaceful, protest, treaties
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Chief Spence “Discredited”? Not by a Long Shot!
Can a sacred fire be discredited? Can a grandfather rock resting in the centre of the purification lodge be discredited? We honour these things and are humbled in their presence. Chief Spence can no more be discredited than can a … Continue reading
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Tagged #IdleNoMore, Aboriginal, Albert Dumont, Attawapiskat, Chief Theresa Spence, Cree, Honourable, Indigenous, Mother Theresa Caravan
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Does a Hate Monger Know Anything About Honour?
An emotionally half-baked colonizer suffering from “Am Superior To – You” (AST-Y), a nasty virus now plaguing Canada in epidemic proportions recently said, “It´s time to dismantle the Indian Act and to do away with Indian reserves”. He advised that … Continue reading
Posted in Idle No More
Tagged #IdleNoMore, Aboriginal, Albert Dumont, Attawapiskat, Chief Theresa Spence, Cree, Harper, Indigenous, media, protest, racism, treaties
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Chief Theresa Spence – They Call Her a Terrorist
The Indigenous Peoples of this land are the first of Canada’s founding nations. As Aboriginals we are fortunate that Kichi Manido (God) saw fit to place us here and to trust in us that we would forever be “keepers of … Continue reading
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Tagged #IdleNoMore, Aboriginal, Albert Dumont, Attawapiskat, Chief Theresa Spence, Cree, Harper, human rights, Indigenous, media, politicians, protest, racism, treaties
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