Urban Indians
At a glance:
- Series: American Indians Ready Reference
- Categories: Social Science
- Subcategories: Native Americans, American Indians, Cities, Urbanization, Demographics, Population
- Curriculum: American Indian History
- Geographical Location: United States
Article abstract: As of July, 2002, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that nearly two-thirds of American Indians resided in urban areas. Although this is the lowest percentage among U.S. “racial” (ethnic) groups, the percentage has risen over the years
The term “urban Indians” is problematic for most non-Native Americans. Whether thinking of Native Americans brings forth positive, negative, or neutral images, most non-natives do not imagine natives as members of an urban, technological society, and this lack of urban image has led to a blindness regarding...
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