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President Biden Issues Historic Apology to Indigenous Communities

President Biden's apology for boarding school abuses marks a significant step in acknowledging historic injustices against Indigenous peoples.

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Updated: Oct 25th, 2024, 9:49 PM ET

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In a historic address, President Biden apologized for the abuse of Indigenous children in government-funded boarding schools, acknowledging a dark chapter in American history. Survivors welcomed the apology but emphasized the need for action to heal and restore the damage caused. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, who spearheaded an investigation documenting the abuses, called for resources for mental health and language revival. Though the apology was warmly received by many, some, like boarding school survivor Alex White Plume, sought meaningful reparative actions rather than just words. The conversation around reconciliation continues.

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