The book examines how past coverage of federal recognition of tribes has prioritized gaming over sovereignty and interfered with their ability to be federally recognized, making it of particular interest to scholars of journalism, mass communication, media studies, and indigenous studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 172 pages
Publication date: 19 February 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Federal recognition is a crucial aspect of tribal governance, allowing tribes to govern themselves and make decisions for their citizens that preserve their cultures. However, the news media's coverage of federal recognition has often perpetuated ignorance and stereotypes about tribal sovereignty. This book examines how past coverage has prioritized gaming over sovereignty and interfered with tribes' ability to be federally recognized. It is of particular interest to scholars of journalism, mass communication, media studies, and indigenous studies.

Federal Recognition and Tribal Sovereignty: Examining the News Media's Coverage

Federal recognition is a vital aspect of tribal governance, granting tribes the authority to govern themselves and make decisions for their citizens that preserve their cultures. However, the news media's coverage of federal recognition has often perpetuated ignorance and stereotypes about tribal sovereignty. This book examines how past coverage has prioritized gaming over sovereignty and interfered with tribes' ability to be federally recognized. Scholars of journalism, mass communication, media studies, and indigenous studies will find this book of particular interest.

Gaming Over Sovereignty: The Impact of News Media Coverage

The news media's coverage of federal recognition has often focused on gaming, with a particular emphasis on the economic benefits that gaming can bring to tribes. This focus has led to a perception that gaming is the primary driver of tribal sovereignty, and that other aspects of tribal life, such as culture, language, and land, are secondary. This perception has been reinforced by the media's tendency to portray tribes as struggling and in need of economic development, which can lead to a negative view of tribal sovereignty.

Interference with Tribal Ability to Be Federally Recognized

The news media's coverage of federal recognition has also interfered with tribes' ability to be federally recognized. The media's portrayal of tribes as struggling and in need of economic development can make it difficult for tribes to gain federal recognition, as it can be seen as a sign of weakness or instability. This can lead to a lack of funding and resources for tribes, which can further exacerbate their problems.

Conclusion

Federal recognition is a crucial aspect of tribal governance, allowing tribes to govern themselves and make decisions for their citizens that preserve their cultures. However, the news media's coverage of federal recognition has often perpetuated ignorance and stereotypes about tribal sovereignty. This book examines how past coverage has prioritized gaming over sovereignty and interfered with tribes' ability to be federally recognized. Scholars of journalism, mass communication, media studies, and indigenous studies will find this book of particular interest.

Weight: 268g
Dimension: 228 x 150 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793640413