Author Archives: Joshua Arce
Casino Closures Impact Tribes and States Amid COVID-19
Tribal casinos are economic drivers that benefit entire communities – not just the tribes but also their states – and they deserve to be considered in the next stimulus package.
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COVID-19 Shines a Light on the Digital Divide in Indian Country
While we are all seeing the impacts of COVID-19 to Indian Country as they relate to availability of food, water, health care and other necessities, I have been watching the impact from another angle too – the digital perspective.
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Impact of COVID-19 on Native Culture and Ceremonies
[Due to COVID-19, the “invisible enemy”], my tribe has cancelled Spring Dance and other tribes are evaluating this as well. The risk of “community spread” to our Elders is just too high.