Despite rights granted by the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924, many native people remain excluded from democratic processes. We explore the barriers facing native voters and seekers of public office, including landmark legal battles, literacy laws, and voter ID requirements. What electoral issues are of concern to native communities in California today? Recorded September 28, 2022.

Speakers:
Christina Snider, Tribal Affairs Secretary to Governor Gavin Newsom
Jordan James Harvill, National Program Manager, Advance Native Political Leadership
Moderated by Kirsten Vega, Program Manager, California on the Ballot.