The international reach of The Fuckery's movement of disappeared indigenous women from North America goes beyond gaming institutions. It involves the diplomatic corps of the United States, Russia, Japan, China and Kyrgyzstan in the United States, Russia, Japan, China, Morocco, Germany and more. It involves multinational resort and hotel brands that span the globe and... Continue Reading →
Human Trafficking Is Not Traditional, Except When It Is
One of the myths about human trafficking is that it's not traditional. However, the phenomenon of human trafficking, particularly that of children and women from Indian Country, is entwined in the histories of indigenous peoples all over, including those in North America. That we've put them 'out of sight, out of mind' physically, educationally, and... Continue Reading →
Indian Gaming and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
The Fuckery, the name I've given this sex trafficking network, would not exist without the active participation of Native American-owned casinos. According to the National Indian Gaming Association's Fact Sheet from 2015, in 28 states there were 317 Indian casinos with Class II and Class III machines and they reported revenues of $29.9 Billion... Continue Reading →
We’re the Dark Force
There is no secret occult, invisible evil, or supernatural Dark Force spinning a web of entrapment and sexual slavery. It's us. Solid human beings that actively choose to create harm; some in what they weigh as 'small' ways, like creating a 'friendship' online that leads to a meeting in person and drinks with a drug... Continue Reading →
While You Were Paddling
While you were paddling, making your way to the Lummi Nation, what was going through your mind? What were your prayers? To whom did you sing? What did you hear beyond the sound of your own heart beating? How much of your thoughts were centered on"ohshitohshitohshit. Oh. Shit! Now what do I do?", when your... Continue Reading →
Government Cheese and Truth
“I have come to believe over and over again that what is most important to me must be spoken, made verbal and shared, even at the risk of having it bruised or misunderstood.” “When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less... Continue Reading →
Talking about Worship of Idols and Sexual Abuse
Gentlemen, we need to talk. We need to talk about your worship of the Virgin (she wasn't), the Holy Mother, Durga, Shakti, Tara, Kamadhenu, Kali and other female deities on whose necks you lay garlands, whose feet you touch, and from whom blessings you beg. Why do you hold the plaster and paint as more... Continue Reading →
“Hááji nihi Diné asdzáni dóó at ééké?”
"Where are Our Women and Girls?" On May 25, the Farmington Daily Times, wrote an article featuring an awareness raising walk in Shiprock, NM, focused on Missing and Murdered Women and Girls. T-shirts read: "Hááji nihi Diné asdzáni dóó at ééké?" At least three are buried south of Shiprock along a stretch of rural road;... Continue Reading →
The Mystery of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women?
There is no mystery here What follows is an element of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women phenomenon. It is the story of those who are intentionally disappeared to be sexually exploited and how I came to be involved in it. At then end, I'm going to ask for your help. On this day of... Continue Reading →
The Big Business of Indian Gaming and Disappearing Indigenous Women and Children
This is the sixth in a multi-part series that will chronicle my journey into the world of sex-trafficking and murder in Indian Country and beyond. The first can be read here, the second, third, fourth and fifth. If you've already read those, scroll down until the font change. Headlines, hashtags, and public service announcements... Continue Reading →
