Activists noted that Native American voter turnout in swing states is what helped President Biden win during the last cycle.
Vice Presidential candidate and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz shakes hands with panelists during the Native American Caucus meeting at McCormick Place in Chicago on Aug. 19, 2024.CHICAGO — Party leaders courted Native American delegates at the Democratic National Convention, touting their record on tribal sovereignty as activists noted that Native voter turnout in swing states is what helped President Biden win during the last cycle.
NPR spoke with several delegates throughout the week about why they wanted to come to the convention and what they hope to see out of a potential Harris campaign and presidency. “I don't think a candidate is going to win Wisconsin without that powerful Native vote. So outreach to the Native communities is going to be important,” Zunker said. “Just getting the information out there and even educating on when the election is and how to vote and accessibility as it relates to voting.”
Fournier is the first Native American to be elected to the Portland, Maine, council, and whether it is her role at home or in Chicago, she hopes her involvement inspires others to be involved, too. Teresa Melendez, an enrolled member of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi , poses for a portrait at McCormick Place on Aug. 21. 2024.Melendez, who lives in Nevada, is the state’s only Native delegate.
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