Shawls in solidarity
STAFF REPORT | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 2 years, 7 months AGO
In the wake of the March 21 racial incident reported in downtown Coeur d’Alene, Native women will march today at 2 p.m.
“We, Native women living in what is now the state of Idaho, have an indigenous connection to this land. We felt called upon to make a statement by simply showing up, letting the community know that we are here, will always be here, and will not be intimidated by racists who want to make themselves known in Coeur d’Alene.
“We honor the Women’s basketball team from the University of Utah, who have the same right to live, work, play, eat, on these precious lands, as anyone else, without being harassed. We are here to express our solidarity with them. We know what it is like to feel “other than”.
“Our presence here is for all women in Idaho, even those who support and love their young adult sons who committed these acts of racism. We want to ensure that all women feel empowered and safe in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.”
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