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International Director of the LPDC, David Hill (Oklahoma Choctaw), and invited guests, will update us on the latest efforts of the Leonard Peltier Defense Committee. Mr. Hill has worked tirelessly for the release of Leonard Peltier for over 30 years by organizing horse rides, demonstrations and speaking publicly. Now listen in as he talks about what the Committee is doing now to gain Peltier's freedom. Native American activist Leonard Peltier has spent nearly 40 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. Prosecutors and federal agents manufactured evidence against him; hid proof of his innocence; presented false testimony obtained through torturous interrogation techniques; ignored court orders; and lied to the jury. People are commonly set free due to a single constitutional violation, but Peltier has faced a staggering number of Constitutional violations has yet to receive equal justice. Leonard Peltier Statement of 11/11/13: "Forgive me if this seems a bit lengthy but the future of my involvement is very important to me and when you get to be 69 years old, one day could be a lifetime. In saying this I want you to understand why we are gearing up to do everything as soon as possible. I don’t know what else I can say to get you to better understand this situation at the moment but again I want to say I appreciate all your efforts, all the things you have done, and for the indigenous people of the United States I want to echo the words that they say over and over again in their own way. WE ARE STILL HERE. This is our home, this is our past, this is our present, and this is our future." http://www.whoisleonardpeltier.info/ http://www.campaigntofreeleonardpeltier.co

Ben Yahola is a long time activist in the Native American Community. He is well known nationally and internationally for his stance on saving Mother Earth, Food Sovereignty, and Sacred Sites.

Carol Shoemaker is the mother of six children, author of 'Skeletons in the Closet', an autobiography, and has a BA in e Human Services. She dedicated her book to the memory of her youngest son, Enrique Sanchez, who lost his life while in the National Guard (2002). Carol is a two-time veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in the Pentagon during Viet Nam and again in Germany (1978-80). She is a member of the Disabled American Veterans Association, National Native American Veterans Association, as well as the Tsalagiyi Nvdagi (Cherokees of Texas), Austin Film Society and National Academy of Native American Arts Society (NANAAS.) Ms. Shoemaker is a dual citizen of the United States and Israel. A highlight of her trip to Israel was when asked to deliver a message, from the children of K’far Adumim, to Hilary Clinton in Jerusalem, during the Peace Conference, held in Jordan (1994). Upon returning to the U.S., she had the honor of writing the online biography of Michael Landon, for the Michael Landon International Internet Fan Club. She would like to film a documentary featuring the plight of adult adoptees, in their fight to secure their ’original’ birth certificates’. Righting wrongs is a passion of Carol, whose original name was Carolyn Jean Spang (also spelled Spong). Carol was born 6-12-1946 and in foster care and raised in an abusive home. She later found her birth relatives but not all the truth. In 1995, she learned that she was ‘Cherokee, from the Ani Tsisqua (Bird) Clan but would ‘have to prove it’. In 2010, Carol connected, through DNA, to a cousin, who is also an enrolled member of the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation. Her journey has been a painful, yet rewarding experience. She was told in 1992 that she had a sister. She still searches for her sister.

Born in Pasadena, California, in 1954, Kenny grew up in a music-filled household. His early affinity to music is a reflection of his Native American roots. His bloodlines come directly from two Indian Nations, the Mohawk and the Cherokee. Kenny Lee Lewis is credited as one of the songwriters who gave Steve Miller "personality". Yet, as many Native people do, he chose to stay in the background helping other artists to shine by composing for them. His "Cool Magic" on the Steve Miller Band's Abracadabra album reached Billboard's Hot 100 chart. And, his co-produced "Shangri-La" on Italian X-Rays was described as "the LP's standout track". Kenny’s "Midnight Train" was featured on The Steve Miller Band's 1993 WideRiver album. Always proud of his Native roots, Kenny Lee Lewis - the Rockin’ Mohawk, is showing America that Indian artists have talent and longevity in many musical genres. He is currently a member of the Native American Music Association. It is the world’s leading membership-based association consisting of music industry professionals directly involved in the recording and distribution of traditional and contemporary Native American Music initiatives. In addition to music, Kenny chooses to volunteer his time and talent to the cause of helping Native children who live with a disability. He serves as an Ambassador for a program that teaches Native parents to advocate for their children with school systems. He believes that it his duty to give back by serving the most vulnerable people in Native society. For more information and tour schedule for Kenny Lee Lewis - the Rockin’ Mohawk, please visit www.stevemillerband.com and www.kennyleelewis.com.

This is a special show co-hosted by Pius Spottedhorsechief (Pawnee) and Brenda Golden (Mvskoke) both veterans of the armed forces; to discuss and take calls about the use of "Geronimo" by the US Government in referring to Osama Bin Laden. Many Native Americans were offended by the use of "Geronimo", many many articles were written to denounce and explain why the use of the name was wrong and offensive. You tell us, were you offended? What did you think of the use of Geronimo's name to describe the operation to get Osama Bin Laden. Callers welcome!