With Equal Access to Internet, Native Creators Could Take Center Stage

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American Indian lands have some of the worst internet connectivity in the country. With equal access to internet, their voices could shine.

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Published Oct. 5 2020 4:12PM EDT

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by Emily Baron Cadloff

“Hey you. Let me teach you something about braids.” Tiktok user @the_land sits facing the camera, brushing his hair and calmly plaiting three strands on either side of his head.

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With Equal Access to Internet, Native Creators Could Take Center Stage

American Indian lands have some of the worst internet connectivity in the country. With equal access to internet, their voices could shine.

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