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Being Thunder
film

Two-Spirit Joy (and Pain) Examined in New Doc 'Being Thunder'

Sherente Mishitashin breaks the bounds of gender -- just as their ancestors did hundreds of years ago.

Sharice Davids
Politics

Gay Native American Sharice Davids Reelected to U.S. House

Davids was the first gay Native American in Congress and is the only Democrat in Kansas's congressional delegation.

Peltola
Politics

Beating Palin, Dem Mary Peltola to Be First Alaska Native in House

Peltola makes history and Democrats score another congressional victory.

Tamara Podemski, 'Outer Range'
Arts & Entertainment

Sheriff Joy Hawk Trusts Her Instincts in 'Outer Range' Exclusive Clip

Tamara Podemski's character reveals a painful story from her childhood in the next episode of Amazon Studios' sci-fi Western series.

Eugene Tso
Politics

A Navajo Nation Lawmaker Has Introduced Marriage Equality Legislation

Navajo Council Delegate Eugene Tso sponsored a bill that will be heard later this year.

Tamara Podemski, 'Outer Range'
Arts & Entertainment

'Outer Range's Tamara Podemski Takes On the American West

The actor behind Outer Range's gay Native American sheriff talks representation, family, and why the Western genre is due for an update.

Two Spirit
Voices

Saving Two Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQ+ Youth

Friday is Native American Heritage Day -- protecting queer Native young people must be part of the conversation.

Rep. Sharice Davids
Politics

Rep. Sharice Davids: Fighting for LGBTQ+, Native People in Congress

The first out Native American to serve in Congress talks about the Equality Act, her partner, and working with Biden.

youth playing on boxcars
Youth

American Indian/Alaskan Native LGBTQ+ Youth Face High Suicide Risk

The Trevor Project has released a new research brief for Native American Heritage Month.

Jeffrey Gibson
Slideshow
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gallery

8 Indigenous, Queer Artworks by Jeffrey Gibson

The exhibition includes abstract geometric paintings on rawhide and canvas, beaded punching bags, sculptures, wall hangings, and video. 

Ty Defoe
Arts & Entertainment

'LGBTQ' Didn't Feel Right to This Actor, But 'Two-Spirit' Did

Ty Defoe, proudly embracing his Native queer identity, is making a name for himself on Broadway.