Leonard Peltier to Be Freed After Half-Century in Prison: "A Day of Victory for Indigenous People"
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Indigenous political prisoner Leonard Peltier is coming home after nearly half a century behind bars. Just minutes before leaving office, former President Joe Biden granted Peltier clemency and ordered his release from prison to serve the remainder of his life sentence in home confinement. In a statement, Peltier said, "It's finally over - I'm going home. I want to show the world I'm a good person with a good heart. I want to help the people, just like my grandmother taught me." Biden's historic decision came after mounting calls by tribal leaders and supporters, and a community-led campaign that fought for Peltier's freedom for decades. We speak with the NDN Collective's Nick Tilsen, who just visited Leonard Peltier in prison after news of his sentence commutation, about fighting for Peltier's freedom, his health and Trump's executive orders attacking environmental rights and Indigenous sovereignty. "Indigenous people, we're going to be on the frontlines fighting this administration."
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Something to be grateful for. So many people have him in our hearts.
Should have been an immediate pardon with no strings attached. He IS a good man, made to suffer for the evil in other men's minds.
Signed petition for his release about 45! years ago😵💫 while working grassroots on Native issues in Arizona. However happy this is, it much more sad😔 it ever happened. It did give his people something to rally around, so that’s something. Happy Biden finally did the right thing. I’m 81 now.
I signed a petition at 5 different RATM show's. Finally !!!
I, in Berkeley. The John George Family ✍🏼
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Exactly, that’s why it’s a failure
Leonard Peltier - may the rest of your days be beautiful and peaceful. So happy for you, sir. My prayers are with you. 🙏🏽❤️✌🏾
Ive called for Peltiers pardon for the past couple presidents I’m so glad he’s going home..enough is enough !!
I remember when Obama didn’t do it
Me too
Yes but it needs to be a full pardon because he didn't do anything wrong he was never guilty I firmly believe on pine Ridge that day our own government shut their own and I have been saying that ever since he was in prisoned.💔🙏
Leonard Peltier has been in prison almost my entire life. I'm from Minnesota and heard the calls to FREE LEONARD PELTIER ever since I can remember. This is a heart-wrenching historic moment that was long overdue. Thank you to everyone who fought for this and justice for indigenous people.
This took the work of thousands of people over many decades. Thank you DN, for cheering everyone on!
Collective ceremony🏹 THANK YOU BIDEN 👏
FINALLY! 💚&☮️ to Leonard &Family!!!
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I will donate for his hospital funds and make sure the elder is comfortable when he goes home
No you won't lol. Stop it
@@PresidentoftheManosquareI will Pilgrim.
@RobertWorkman-y5u sure...
Bless you. So wrong what they did to him
Beautiful ❤
Prayers that Leonard stays safe.
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If he needs security reach out! Not only prayers we can give we can give action to ensure his safety!
@@cascade00he needs to stay in prison with the rest of monsters
@@cascade00he needs prison for Annie Mae
@Caterpillargirl17 Right!! His hands are REALLY DIRTY!!!
I'm in tears. This is far too little and FAR too late.
What a bright light of good news in this darkness!
Well put. At first I thought it was T and was going to be super shocked but I realize it was President Biden at last moment
Did you forget to pay the light bill?
Absolutely
Indeed!
@SRockwellGet a job
🥹🥹 He is coming home! ✊🏼 🪶🖤❤️💛🤍🪶 We are grateful Leonard Peltier never gave up and for all those who continued to stand by his side & fought for his release.
Thank you Amy Goodman and the entire team at DN for covering this story for year's. I am sure most Americans have never heard of Leonard Peltier.
He MURDERED two agents & their families are still suffering!! Karma's a B!!!
@samiehayes8045
Unless you're an eye witness, you don't know.
I learned that from my pastor's wife many years ago, she said,
"If you weren't there, if you didn't see, then you don't know."
I never forgot that. I have since conducted my life with that wisdom and truth.
LP represents hate and violence. I want to know his blood quantum for both his parents and grandparents. From what I have researched I see a lot of Anglo descent...
I didn't see or have first hand knowledge of serial killer Ted Bundy's killings but just like LP there was EVIDENCE.
You mention evidence?
Even Evan Hultman, the prosecutor at the time, said later that there was no evidence tying Peltier to the crime.
There were no eyewitnesses.
The gun Peltier owned didn't match the gun fired at the agents.
You must know by now America is famous for sending innocent men to prison and even sending innocent people to their death.
With these cases left in the hands of judges, juries, aka human beings, which are subject to error nobody's perfect and God said, "You can't expect the justice system to work when it's run by sinners."
Only God judges righteously.
As Richard Dawkins, the atheist, said, "The world has no shortage of liars."
And i'm sure there were plenty of liars involved in Peltiers case
Tears of joy for Leonard & his people. I always believed he was innocence. Wonderful news! Thank you!
I'm happy for Mr Peltier and wish him many years of serenity and that the Indigenous People will get more land back.
Karma's a "B"!!!
Should be a pardon, should be instant release BUT so thankful he’s coming home.
Agreed.
He actually said he didn't want a pardon, I read. Because a pardon assumes you have actually done something wrong!
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@ That makes sense, thanks for the explanation.
@@AuntyKsTarot 👍
!!!!!!! Finally. Way to go Leonard. Please get better soon.
I have been waiting to hear of Leonard’s release for so long. After I heard of Biden leaving office and still no word of our brother’s release I grew so angry (reflecting on both Clinton and Obama’s unwillingness to pardon). Filled with deep sorrow, I found this video and my sadness turned to joy as my spirit united with every other soul that has been praying and anxiously waiting for this day. How can I join with everyone else to pay for any needs our brother has? I want to help. Love to all who have worked and didn’t give up hope to bring Leonard home. ❤
Thank you to Indigenous people fighting for us all.
LOL!!! Yea, they really fought, 50 some years!! Maybe he'll still take his last breath in there!!!
@@samiehayes8045 Russia troll 👿
@@AndreaLaHue Truth hurts!!😅
Indians do nothing but drink hand sanitizer 😂
Took too many years ❤
I was avoiding the Inauguration so l missed hearing that Leonard was released. I wrote a critical comment about Pres Biden not pardoning him and got a response that he had done so in last minutes of his Presidency. It was the right thing to do and l'm glad. The death of two young FBI agents fifty years ago was tragic and may God rest their souls. I believe this closure is good for everyone. I wish Leonard could be released before 2/18 to seek medical care.Thank you President Biden.
Those two agents that perished went onto sovereign tribal lands with loaded weapons, ignoring tribal jurisdiction, and looking to start trouble. The FBI has consistently failed to accept responsibility for a self-inflicted wound via an arrogant handling of the initial situation.
The instant scenario was more about racism and White supremacy than anything else. And because the FBI could not locate the actual shooter, they grabbed Leonard just to make a point.
That whole situation was badly handled; more like the wild west over sincere diplomacy.
It's a relief that Leonard is finally going home.
Thank you, to all the decades of activists working for Peltier’s release. And for Peltier’s refusal to answer injustice with bitterness and bile. Praying for his health and a joyous reunion with family, friends and freedom.
Well said.
Never thought I would see this!! Much love to you, Leonard
A happy 80th birthday to Leonard and he may he enjoy his days of freedom. He didnt deserve one minute of incarceration.
This happiness will last weeks, maybe months and possibly years. Knowing he is home with his Nations will keep my heart warm for the rest of my life. I am so happy for him. Stupid that it isn't full freedom. But he will be home.
He is a MURDERER & karma will find him!!
Thank you to Amy and Democracy Now for all the love and support you showed Mr Peltier all these years.
I saw a documentary about that incident. The FBI wanted a scapegoat, and the Federal Bureau of Indian Affairs wanted a critic gone.
Its an ongoing war against indigenous people. The war has never ended
Well DN gave zero facts. This report here was just a narrative based on race. Horrible reporting.
What was the name of the documentary? I'd like to do DN's job for them and educate myself.
Title of documentary, please? (I'd like to see if I cam stream it.)
@@oneoflokisincident at Oglala: the Leonard Peltier story
He totally murdered a girl, but 50 years is long enough.
Sad that he has to wait til Feb. 18😕 Hoping they can expedite release, get him medical care
How many DEM administrations denied him pardon?
@@Denam5How many REP administrations denied him pardon?
Hopefully it will be delayed even more & he'll still take his last breath in prison!!! LOL!
🎉Happy for him and his family!🎉 It's a great day to be Indigenous🎉
I learned about Leonard through Democracy Now thank you ♥this poor man has been through hell 😢
NO, the two agents he MURDERED are going thru hell!!!! He now has admitted complete & total QUILT!!!
Thank goodness. It’s about time. 🎉 Cheers, Leonard!
Thank you President Biden for returning Leonard Peltier home. Indigenous people of Turtle Island our hearts have been lifted.
One of the best things he did as President. I have lots of issues with him but I will always respect him for doing this. Not even Obama did this (not to mention the rest of them like Bush and Trump who are even worse)
Biden is still genocidal president. Shame on him
HE is a MURDERER & has now admitted total QUILT!!! Maybe he'll still take his last breath in there, hopefully!!!!
@@samiehayes8045 PROVE IT
Biden has done more for First Nations ...than any other president sence colonization❤ bless him he came to our territory to relax after the Trump event...Magical Lands of the CHUMASH 🛶🐚
Im happy for Leonard Peltier . May our Great Spirit be with him now and always . 😊
Thank you Amy and democracy now for your uncensored journalism 👍💞🙏💯
It's a great time in history for the American Indigenous Indian people that Leonard Peltier is finally free. Leonard has great insight, like Mahatma Gandhi, a great leader for his people!
Karma
🦅 Great Spirit , prayers for Leonard Peltier's support & safety & security & health as he embraces his home , his family , and his loved ones 💙 ☮️
I cried 😢when I heard this!!! Literally busted out in tears 😭 it’s about time !!! ❤❤❤❤❤
He's a MURDERER of two agents!!!!
@@samiehayes8045 get a life troll. Your comments show the hatred and corruption that kept this man in prison. He will be released. Nothing you can do 🌭
So sweet that Mr Peltier was granted clemency on Martin Luther King Jr Day. Thank you President Biden.
Congratulations Leonard on the most wonderful news that after all these years you are going home🙏🍀🙏 Thank you to all who have prayed so long for your release🙏🙏🙏
God Bless and prayers for your Health🙏🙏🙏
Hang in there ❣️
So happy he is free! He never should have been in prison! Sending Mr. Peltierabundant respect , prayers and blessings to him and his family and all are ppl! Wopila for sharing this! Wopila MrTilson also for all you are doing and for speaking out!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I am happy for him and sad that this was ever done to him. The lies this government spew is sickening.
Tears of joy for Mr. Peltier and everyone who fought for him for the past half century.
This has barely been in the news but should be in the headlines!!!!!!!
Similarly, there was virtually no coverage when President Biden went to AZ to officially apologize for BIA taking children away from their families, and forcefully depriving them of their language, religion, and culture. The problem was brought up in the series "Yellowstone".
I am so scared about the 18th. I didn't know. Yesterday, we wept with joy all day and night. Today I am struggling. Leonard Peltier's homecoming is my light, love, hope and heart. Otherwise, I am barely hanging on but remember the words in My Life is My Sundance.
Omg I'm crying 😭🎉 God is merciful 🙏
Me too! I cried loudly at the news yesterday, and I'm not a crier! Thanks to everyone for being faithful in the face of continued No until Yes is reached!
I'm crying too!!!
What god?
@@jessedeane6036Happy tears ♥️
@@RobertWorkman-y5u Oh stop the nonsense. Freedom of religion or none.
It is about time. I hope he has a very long happy life! Thanks Pres. Biden for having the integrity to at least let him return home.
Sooooo very happy that he gets to go home!!!🎉🎉🎉❤❤✊✊
YEARS & DECADES of Prayers, ANSWERED 🙌🙌🙏🙏🙏
He was completely deprived of his most productive years.
His life was attenuated, if not mostly ruined.
It's good that he is going to be free soon, but only because they expect that he is near the end of his life.
It is a continuation of the evil injustice that he isn't released Immediately.
A single ray of light on a very dark day.
Thanks Amy! Yay for Leonard. We always knew the court was unfair and he was innocent and of course a good person, just looking his mama raised him ❤ a light in darkness.
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Welcome Home From Turtle Mountain Chippewa Indian Res people in Belcourt.......see you around "Peltier Corner" North of Belcourt.....We Love you my Brother.
IN THE SPIRT OF CRAZY HORSE .
Spirit of CrazyHorse? 😆 🤣 HE does NOT represent the Lakota people and he NEVER will.
@akcaldwell8838 pound sand you wanna be dime store wooden injun
@akcaldwell8838 I see you must be from the GOON Squad ....you're never going to learn Bro.🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶
Please start GO FUND ME LEONARD...
to provide funding for this Cherished Elder's Care!!!
🙏💖 🌄 💖🙏
Are you fricking kidding me???! BEGGARS are total L00sers!!! Go get a fricking job if you, he or family needs money!!! Quit mooching off of other people!!! Are you fricking people THAT fing lazy??!!!
I've been waiting for Leonard to be freed since I was in high school in the 90s. Clemency is hardly enough (compared to a pardon), but I am so happy he got that. I wish him all the healing in the world. He will be able to have unlimited access to his loved ones, and the comforts of home.
May Leonard Peltier enjoy his homecoming in good health!
He's an admitted MURDERER!!!!
@@samiehayes8045 jump off hater. you have a lot of problems.
@@samiehayes8045You obviously don't know the story. He was declared innocent a long time ago by the FBI,but they kept him in there anyhow,and the agents weren't the Only ones killed that day!
@justinstilson8028 I'm very aware of the story, more like the "Facts"!!! He was NOT declared innoncent at any time by the FBI or anyone else for that matter!!! Over 22 federal judges have reviewed evidence & everything else & ALL agreed he's QUILTY!!! None of you brainwashed people have read the hundreds of pages of "overwhelming" evidence!!! He DESERVES to spend TWO lifetimes in prison, which is what he received!!! The 2 agents MURDERED in cold blood don't get to breathe fresh air & NEITHER should he!!!!!
@justinstilson8028 I'm very aware of the story, more like the "Facts"!!! He was NOT declared innoncent at any time by the FBI or anyone else for that matter!!! Over 20 federal judges have reviewed evidence & everything else & ALL agreed he's QUILTY!!! What part don't you understand?! In addition to ALL the evidence, the bullets that killed the men were from LP's gun!!! There was "overwhelming" evidence!!! He DESERVES to spend TWO lifetimes in prison, which is what he received!!! The 2 agents MURDERED in cold blood don't get to breathe fresh air & NEITHER should he!!!!
Free Lenard Pettier 🙏❣️👌✌️👍 Bring Leonard Pettier home now. 🙏
No, he's going to take his last breath in prison still!!!
I protested on his behalf while Obama was in office, also wrote many letters. I protested at an Obama event, and after that it was hell. I kept getting pulled over, had my vehicle broken into, had my accounts hacked, and kept getting fired from jobs related to repeatedly being put in jail for a DUI charge that was dismissed 3 times. It set my life back about 15 years.
The government was serious about keeping him quiet and locked up.
But your courage and determination has contributed to the greater good, and I thank you for your sacrifice.
@ReneeOfTheFae I don't think it made a single bit of difference. Had I known how much of a pain it would be, I would've tried different tactics to raise attention to his imprisonment.
My point is mainly that I am surprised he got a release despite how hard the federal government worked to keep him locked up and to derail anyone involved with AIM and activism.
I experienced firsthand what we were up against, so I am surprised he was let out. I can only assume it's due to his health since the release is conditional and not a pardon.
@@SkyTurnsPurplePhotography I feel my blood boiling reading your experience, and so can only imagine the experience of being in your shoes. How does one overcome such profound and protracted injustice...you, Leonard, entire peoples?! i wish you peace. 🙏
Fantastic news for Leonard and his family and supporters 👍👍
Blessed news!!! I pray to the ancestors the world over that Leonard makes it home safely!!! And the world is watching- and ready to join the fight on the front lines by any means from where we are, to keep the First Nations land safe and sacred!!
Great news for him ❤ Sad that he had to spend so much time there while people in power sat on their thumbs.
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It's about time. Thank you President Biden
I had not heard this… 😭 Thank you President Biden! “The bullets don’t match the gun…” I’m just blown away. 🙏🏼
Thank you for bringing us this victorious story and all the other important stories that you bring to us. I am a sustaining supporter and have been for years. Blessings.
Thank you President Biden Highest respect 💜
Biden pardoned with conditions. HE pardoned his son without conditions??
Freaking unbelievable. This had remained on my heart even the morning of. Prayers for healthcare in time and restorative healing.
Thank you Pres. Biden. It's a happy day for Mr Peltier to be free. Prayers for his health.
I want to stand with you in your fight against injustices towards indigenous people all over the world.
Please lead me to the people who can give me information on where I can go and how I can help.
If his story moves you, you can start with contacting the tribal offices for the Turtle Mountain Chippewa Tribe. You might also find a contact address for former Secretary of the Interior, Deb Haaland, by doing a search. I believe she's a member of the Laguna Pueblo out of NM.
I want to donate, too! Thank you 😊
i hope that Leonard gets nothing but peace and happiness for the rest of his time here. should have never even been arrested. at least this one good thing has happened this year.
I’m so happy for Leonard!!
I’m so happy for you and your family at this time❤!!!!😊
A day of victory for all people who believe in justice. Leonard Peltier's case is the worst travesty of justice in FBI history. Welcome home, Leonard. Walk in beauty for the rest of time. We have missed you. Now we can begin to heal. ❤️
🐢 💚 Leonard is going home at last!
Thank God, he finally got out. I don’t even thank Biden. He doesn’t deserve one word of thank you or gratitude for taking way too long to do this. Same for all past presidents. Especially Obama, who we expected more from. In fact, shame on you, Obama, shame on you Trump shame on you Biden. Leonard Peltier I am so glad that you were free. May your last days be filled with peace and as much comfort as possible.
How very trumpish of you.
@Bronzebeautywyn
Why would you expect more from Obama?
That makes no sense.
There's nothing outstanding about Obama.
@@Reesa-u9e that doesn’t even make sense sweetheart. Trump has nothing to do with this conversation. Perhaps you’re unaware of what is being discussed? Leonard Peltier has been imprisoned for decades. we expected Obama to release him but since Obama turned out to be a big disappointment and just George W. Bush 2.0 in terms of his administration, Suffice to say, we were very disappointed. This should’ve happened years ago. We never expected Trump or any Republican to do the right thing. We expected more from Obama, and more from Biden. he waited until the very last minute Peltier could be dead by now. Thank God he’s not and thank God he’s out. your comment is so inappropriate. You think because somebody has a criticism of a democratic administration that means they’re a Trump supporter? Have you just been conditioned to respond that way or do you just not think???
@@Reesa-u9e as if Trump would ever say “shame on you Trump” 😂
Hes not coming home until the 18th?? Dang! Why why why do they want yo keep an old sick man in prison so badly? Doesn't it cost alot of money to keep someone behind bars? Geez ... it will be a good day when he is finally released
18th what? February?
@@oneoflokis yes.
I wonder that myself, since most Jan 6ers got OUT today!! 😡 I will maybe give the benefit of doubt that maybe his health makes it so proper safe transport can be arranged.
Yea, so he'll take his last breath in prison where he belongs!!!
The FBI holds grudges, and passes them on to the next generation of agents, even if Leonard was a scapegoat
Wow I was waiting to hear that !!
So happy for Leonard and his family
Thank you Democracy Now for your advocacy work. The Indigenous people should still lead in the Paris Agreement
It is good that Peltier goes home.
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I wrote every day begging clemency. He will go home but not until Feb 18. Keep.him safe and alive. Thank you everyone for getting Peltier Clemency. He was a victim of Indian Boarding School. I am amazed Biden did this at last minute. Sadly, he did not give recognition to Ethel Rosenberg and post pardon her. . The FBI has had it out for Peltier for 50 years.
Wonderful news ❤ !
Get on home Lenard 😊😊😊😊
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I am European. I did not know about this until I just now received this video. At this moment I feel at loss for words. I am in tears and I feel like in shock...
Leonard Peltier - this fantastic man - has been in my heart for so many years!! I respect and admire him more than words could tell! ❤
I feared so much that he would never be set free...🪶☀️🪶
THANK YOU!🔥 And may Leonard now receive respect, get quick health care, and get a life as "normal" as ever possible!! ❤
Mitakuye Oyasin 🪶🔥🪶
Thank you President Biden, I'm so happy Leonard Peltier will be released. Sorry you had to spend so many years in jail. Wishing you all the very best in your life. From Canada 🍁
I was disapointed hee will have house arrest.
I hope he can go to Native Spirtual ceremony with his tribe. Bless You Leonard Peltier & Thank you President Joe Biden!
Finally!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🫶🏽🙏🏽Thank you, Biden! Sending prayers for Leonard Peltier and his family.💞
He should have been pardoned
He should be totally exonerated as a framed person of color. The FBI needs to be abolished for being far more trouble than they are worth. They serve as enforcers for the oligarchy, to oppress righteous leftist movements, and always have, from mid-20th Century socialists and communists, to people of Islamic faith after 9/11, and now pro-Palestinian rights activists.
I agree.
I had a brother who was released because he had congestive heart failure and he wanted to die at home. He didn't get pardoned either but he was thankful never the less.
And before anyone says anything, he was Native and lived a life of "systemic incarceration" since he was 15, because he was too smart. They don't like to see smart Natives excel. SMH
I recently read online that Peltier didn’t want a pardon because he was not guilty of the crime - he wanted clemency. Thank God he is released.
@@belongNaNee Yea, right!!!
Fox immediately railed about his release. So exhausted by their BS.
So glad to hear Leonard Peltier is finally going home. Prayers that Leonard stays safe and healthy.
Something good this year!!!
Standing strong in the promise of his release. There needs to be as many Natives as possible to shield him when he is released. Protection by circling and shielding him. Let's get him out, and get him home. A'ho!
*In The Spirit of Crazy Horse* our Spiritual Eagle is FREE!
@@msjoanofthearc ☮️💚
If president Biden is to be remembered may the freedom granted to Leanard Peltier thank God may you live free under the sky on your home land feel the sun upon your face the wind through your hair and the live of your people and family hold you the rest of your days brother Leonard HAND ✋️ 4eva
I have been signing petitions and supporting Leonard Peltier's release for half a century!
I'm so happy he can go home. I read his book back in the 90s and have followed the campaign to free him. I did not know he was a boarding school survivor. Thank you, Leonard for your bravery and leadership.
Thanks to the Great Spirit! It is a good day.
this amazing man's ability to survive 50 years in prison is astounding. his imprisonment due to a wrongful politicized conviction is beyond shameful. let's hope this return to freedom takes effect in due time, & that leonard embraces the full blessing of his overdue return to his family.
🙏🏻❤️☮️🪶 for Leonard and all the future events yet to come …
All Blessings 🪶🪶🪶🌍
I have always known you are a good person Leonard!!!!!! 💝💖💗 I wrote to Biden and Clinton and Obama to free you. You came to protect your people durin a very violent time on the rez; WOPILA TANKA The indigenous people are my friends and I stand with you
This is truly bittersweet. I so wish Biden had done right completely & yet, this is better than Peltier remaining in that horrible prison environment. Bush & Obama, what a shame. May Peltier live his remaining time in his life in true peace & joy. Sadly, our Nation is learning the wrong in countless areas committed by our own President's & their administration, since 20th century n current. Paz be with us all 😊. "Sra Isa"
WASTE!
Finally! Wish Russel Means was here to witness this victory. You are loved Leonard Peltier.🎉💐🍀💜
Leonard Peltier's release is big news. Has been an issue for decades. I don't think anyone in the real world will refer to Denali as Mt. McKinley. Especially Alaskans. Just my take on it. Thanks for sharing-
Or the Gulf of America 😂😂😂
@@lisabishop6266 Right?
I'll believe it when I see it. Why did Biden specify the release day for nearly a month from now, February 18???? Why so long? Why should we trust the federal government to actually release Peltier? He needs medical help NOW!
One bright spot in this Hell week.
I was absolutely beyond furious at Biden for not freeing Peltier. Now just disgusted that he didn't at least commute the sentence but relieved Leonard Peltier will at least be going home. It's shameful that it will be under home confinement. Rep Grijalva is a hero.