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sports1 year ago

Senate Clears Path for Commanders' Return Amid Logo Controversy

U.S. Senator Steve Daines has facilitated discussions between the Washington Commanders and the Wetzel family to honor a defunct football logo inspired by Blackfeet Nation tribal leader Blackie Wetzel. The logo, once used by the Washington "Redskins," may be revived in a respectful manner, despite controversy over Native American mascots. Daines supported a Senate measure to transfer jurisdiction of the RFK Stadium site, contingent on the team's commitment to honoring the Wetzel legacy.

via Daily Montanan|
#blackfeet-nation#native-american-mascots#nfl
entertainment1 year ago

Lily Gladstone Reflects on Oscar Loss and 'Flower Moon' Impact

Lily Gladstone, nominated for an Oscar for her role in 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' expressed that her loss to Emma Stone was irrelevant to her. Returning home to the Blackfeet Nation, she was honored with a "Lily Gladstone Day," attended by 2,000 people. She emphasized the significance of the film and the support from her community, stating that the film's impact was more important than winning the award.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#blackfeet-nation#emma-stone#entertainment
culture1 year ago

"Lily Gladstone: Pride of the Blackfeet Nation"

Lily Gladstone, the first Indigenous person to win a Golden Globe for best actress, is having a profound impact on the Blackfeet Nation in Montana, where efforts to revitalize the endangered Blackfoot language are gaining momentum. Gladstone's success and embrace of her heritage and language are inspiring the community, with plans for Academy Awards watch parties and formal honors from the tribe's business council. Her achievements are seen as a victory for Indigenous representation and a validation of the ongoing language revitalization efforts on the reservation.

via The Washington Post|
#blackfeet-nation#culture#golden-globe
entertainment2 years ago

"Golden Globe Winner Lily Gladstone Makes History with Blackfeet Language Speech"

"Killers of the Flower Moon" star Lily Gladstone, who won the Golden Globe for best performance by an actress in a motion picture — drama, delivered part of her acceptance speech in Blackfeet, paying tribute to the Blackfeet Nation and emphasizing the importance of Native representation in the film industry. Gladstone, who grew up on the reservation of the Blackfeet Nation in Montana, dedicated her win to Native children with dreams of seeing themselves represented and their stories told by themselves in their own words. Her win was for her portrayal of Mollie Burkhart in the film, and she thanked the Principal Chief of the Osage Nation during her speech.

via CBS News|
#blackfeet-nation#entertainment#golden-globes