Aaron Huey: America's native prisoners of war

The video discusses the history and current issues of the Lakota people, focusing on the Pine Ridge Reservation. It covers the timeline of treaties made and broken, significant conflicts, and the impact of these events on the Lakota. The Wounded Knee Massacre is highlighted as a pivotal moment in Native American history. The speaker emphasizes the ongoing struggles faced by the Lakota, including poverty and health issues, and calls for honoring treaties and returning the Black Hills to the Sioux Nation.

What is the historical context behind the Sioux Nation versus the United States court case in 1980?

In what ways does the speaker suggest that the legacy of colonization affects the current conditions on the Pine Ridge Reservation?

How does the speaker connect the historical treatment of Native Americans to contemporary issues faced by indigenous peoples?

What actions does the speaker propose as a call to action regarding the Black Hills?