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culturalparade2 years ago•1 min saved

Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Cause Disruptions at Macy's and Detroit Thanksgiving Parades

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe expressed disappointment after a Palestinian flag was raised on their float during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. The tribe clarified that they did not endorse the actions and emphasized that they do not take a stance on conflicts overseas. The tribe's governing body and other tribal citizens on the float were not involved in the individual's actions. The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe has inhabited the Massachusetts and Eastern Rhode Island region for over 12,000 years.

via Boston 25 News|

#culturalparade #demonstration #macys-thanksgiving-day-parade

indigenous-rights2 years ago•8 min saved

Thanksgiving Parades Marred by Protests and Disruptions

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe responded to a political demonstration involving a Palestinian flag on their float during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The tribe stated that the actions were not endorsed by them and emphasized that they take no stance on conflicts overseas. The parade also saw disruptions related to the conflict between Hamas and Israel, with protesters briefly blocking the street. The demonstration occurred on the eve of a four-day cease-fire expected to include a prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas.

via WCVB Boston|

#cease-fire #indigenous-rights #macys-thanksgiving-day-parade

food-and-culture2 years ago•3 min saved

James Beard Awards 2023: A Recap of the Winners.

Sherry Pocknett, a member of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, has become the first indigenous woman to win a James Beard Award for culinary excellence. Pocknett creates Indigenous cuisine that comes from her Wampanoag culture at her restaurant, Sly Fox Den Too, located in Charlestown, Rhode Island. She is a first-time nominee for the Beard award and the second Native American to win a national Beard award in the past two years. Pocknett gave an emotional speech, saying she represented all the northeastern tribes and never expected the honor of receiving the Beard award.

via Native News Online|

#food-and-culture #indigenous-cuisine #james-beard-award