Featured Discussions - Indigenous Caribbean Network2024-03-19T11:38:16Zhttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/forum/topic/list?feed=yes&xn_auth=no&featured=1Federal Recognition for Taino Peopletag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2010-10-20:2030313:Topic:542192010-10-20T16:29:48.377ZAnita Paganhttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/Nanu
What are your thoughts on federal recognition for the Taino people?<br/><br/>Why is this important or unimportant? What do you expect it to add to the Taino Nation as a whole?<br/>
What are your thoughts on federal recognition for the Taino people?<br/><br/>Why is this important or unimportant? What do you expect it to add to the Taino Nation as a whole?<br/> What does it mean to be "indigenous" today?tag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2010-10-20:2030313:Topic:542142010-10-20T16:18:32.391ZAnita Paganhttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/Nanu
"That's not "traditional'."<br></br>"They aren't REAL indians, they are wannabes."<br></br>"That is NOT part of our belief system."<br></br>"They are making things up."<br></br>"Fake indians."<br></br><br></br>These are common words coming from the mouths of our native friends, families and relations. And when asked who a REAL indian is, the usual answers are "You either are, or you are not." or "You know when you are."<br></br><br></br>My questions are as follows: <br></br><br></br>What makes a REAL indian? What are the…
"That's not "traditional'."<br/>"They aren't REAL indians, they are wannabes."<br/>"That is NOT part of our belief system."<br/>"They are making things up."<br/>"Fake indians."<br/><br/>These are common words coming from the mouths of our native friends, families and relations. And when asked who a REAL indian is, the usual answers are "You either are, or you are not." or "You know when you are."<br/><br/>My questions are as follows: <br/><br/>What makes a REAL indian? What are the characteristics that define a person as Native American?<br/>What is the difference between a Taino and any of the island labels, besides self identification?<br/>And how important are these definitions?<br/><br/><br/> Beike Bo Sobaoko Koromo fast becoming Beike of the peopletag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2009-06-16:2030313:Topic:434572009-06-16T15:15:53.351ZCaracolihttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/tainoray
Taino Ti<br />
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I would like to extend a warm Hahom (Thank you) and appreciation to Sobaoko Koromo for his initiative in supporting all who represent the Taino cause.<br />
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As our Taino bretheren organize events for the better good of our community you will always find Miguel there supporting these important initiatives.<br />
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A Taino Areito, A solstice, Pow Wow, Sacred Walk or a death of a community member Sobaoko is always there<br />
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Sobaoko lives in Pitttsburgh, Pa. and that is a full eight hours away from NYC…
Taino Ti<br />
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I would like to extend a warm Hahom (Thank you) and appreciation to Sobaoko Koromo for his initiative in supporting all who represent the Taino cause.<br />
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As our Taino bretheren organize events for the better good of our community you will always find Miguel there supporting these important initiatives.<br />
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A Taino Areito, A solstice, Pow Wow, Sacred Walk or a death of a community member Sobaoko is always there<br />
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Sobaoko lives in Pitttsburgh, Pa. and that is a full eight hours away from NYC but that doesn't deter him from being there for his people lending his support and immense talent.<br />
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I have personally seen Miguel reach out to reconciliate with the people and that is worthy of praise and respect for him by all Tainos.<br />
I have not always agreed with this wise brother but I have nothing but the greatest respect for Sobako Koromo fast becoming the Beike of the people.<br />
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Sobaoko one day I'm gonna have to nail you down since you are always on the move and have a long chat about our glorius resurgence.<br />
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nabori daca<br />
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Caracoli What’s New, and What’s New?tag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2009-05-03:2030313:Topic:412612009-05-03T23:42:42.056Zadem medina cardonahttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/ademmcardona
I have been away from our network for a couple weeks, recovering from a serious flu. Upon my return I have found new members awaiting approval, new members already approved whom I would like to get to know, and a few wonderful updates! Also, The Review of the Indigenous Caribbean Center has updated :…
I have been away from our network for a couple weeks, recovering from a serious flu. Upon my return I have found new members awaiting approval, new members already approved whom I would like to get to know, and a few wonderful updates! Also, The Review of the Indigenous Caribbean Center has updated : <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ReviewOfTheIndigenousCaribbeanCenter/~3/mDwUoL9jp6Y/caribbean-held-5th-summit-of-americas.html">http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ReviewOfTheIndigenousCaribbeanCenter/~3/mDwUoL9jp6Y/caribbean-held-5th-summit-of-americas.html</a> , and an exciting new film is in the development stages : <a href="http://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profiles/blogs/the-lost-taino-tribe">http://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profiles/blogs/the-lost-taino-tribe</a> . I know you will all want to check these out!<br />
As we enjoy our unpredictable spring weather and make plans for the summer don’t forget to keep us all updated on community events you are planning or attending and what wonderful exciting things that are happening in your circle.<br />
May peace and luv follow you all your days ~c photos of sacred treestag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2009-04-19:2030313:Topic:402022009-04-19T23:02:05.160Zadem medina cardonahttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/ademmcardona
does anyone have photos of sacred trees they would like to share? I am specifically looking for a tree that is nearly white, has thorns and is tropical, as well as trees used to make sea going vessles (canoes and such).<br />
thank you~c
does anyone have photos of sacred trees they would like to share? I am specifically looking for a tree that is nearly white, has thorns and is tropical, as well as trees used to make sea going vessles (canoes and such).<br />
thank you~c Machu Picchu, Yale, Montana and ancient discoveriestag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2009-04-14:2030313:Topic:400802009-04-14T23:54:10.035Zadem medina cardonahttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/ademmcardona
What sort of ripple effects could the outcome of this case, or the case between Yale University and the Republic of Peru over the Machu Picchu artifacts, have on the removal of bones, artifacts or human remains both within the united States and between countries and territories.<br />
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By MATTHEW BROWN, Associated Press Writer<br />
BILLINGS, Mont. – A famed paleontologist who discovered the world's best preserved dinosaur pleaded guilty Tuesday to stealing dinosaur fossils from federal land in…
What sort of ripple effects could the outcome of this case, or the case between Yale University and the Republic of Peru over the Machu Picchu artifacts, have on the removal of bones, artifacts or human remains both within the united States and between countries and territories.<br />
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By MATTHEW BROWN, Associated Press Writer<br />
BILLINGS, Mont. – A famed paleontologist who discovered the world's best preserved dinosaur pleaded guilty Tuesday to stealing dinosaur fossils from federal land in Montana.<br />
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Nate Murphy, 51, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Great Falls under a plea agreement that would not seek jail time when he's sentenced July 9. Murphy would have faced up to 10 years in prison, a fine of $250,000 and three years of supervised release.<br />
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U.S. Magistrate Keith Strong initially refused to accept the plea after Murphy said he made a "mistake" in not accurately mapping where fossils were recovered, said the prosecutor, assistant U.S. Attorney Jessica Fehr.<br />
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"This was not a mistake," Fehr said. "If this was merely a mistake, it would not be sufficient for a criminal charge."<br />
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Murphy later clarified that pinpointing the exact location of fossil finds was standard scientific procedure and that he did not do so in two instances. In his plea to theft of government property, Murphy also admitted to acting with "willful ignorance or blindness," indicating that he knew his actions risked violating the law.<br />
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Prosecutors also said Murphy had a similar run-in with authorities in 1994, when he was accused of removing a dinosaur fossil nicknamed "Elvis" from U.S. Bureau of Land Management land without a permit. No charges were filed in that case.<br />
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U.S. Attorney Bill Mercer said Tuesday that he hoped this latest case would deter others from committing similar crimes. The bureau has followed more than 200 law enforcement incidents involving fossils over the last decade, federal officials said.<br />
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"This particular prosecution hopefully will send a strong message that if people do engage in that type of activity, there will be serious consequences in terms of legal action," Mercer said.<br />
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Murphy's attorney, Mike Moses, declined comment after the hearing.<br />
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Murphy, a self-taught paleontologist who runs a private fossil-hunting business based in Billings, gained fame in 2000 when he discovered a mummified, 77-million-year-old duckbilled hadrosaur known as Leonardo. Deciding What to Posttag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2009-01-27:2030313:Topic:322402009-01-27T05:32:13.778Zadem medina cardonahttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/ademmcardona
before i post i try to remember that ...<br />
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in 2009, i pledged to celebrate differences and make them a place where we can come together in peace and luv<br />
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everything on the internet is permanent (be aware that as a professionals, we can have our licenses revoked for certain behaviors)<br />
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i use language that shows respect for myself and my elders both here and on the network, it is the living example i am to my children and my community<br />
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if i have nothing positive to share, then sitting quietly and…
before i post i try to remember that ...<br />
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in 2009, i pledged to celebrate differences and make them a place where we can come together in peace and luv<br />
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everything on the internet is permanent (be aware that as a professionals, we can have our licenses revoked for certain behaviors)<br />
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i use language that shows respect for myself and my elders both here and on the network, it is the living example i am to my children and my community<br />
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if i have nothing positive to share, then sitting quietly and listening is the best learning i can do<br />
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sometimes others will take offence to my postings and attack with negativity and bad words. i try to face these moments with peace and strength from within so that i am not drawn in to words of violence. i must stand strong, with hope and dignity and remember that we are not all on the same path. being patient with my brother allows others to be patient with me TAINO RESURGANCE OR TAINO REENACTMENTStag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2008-10-06:2030313:Topic:143022008-10-06T17:28:01.714ZCaracolihttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/tainoray
Taino Ti<br />
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I have been in the Taino Resurgance monvement for 14 years now and I'm getting concerned at the latest trend of Taino reenactments that I'm seeing in the Caribbean islands and the USA.<br />
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I'm in the TAINO RESURGANCE MOVEMENT and want no part of people playing to Indian stereotypes playing on what they think the Taino acted 500 years ago.<br />
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In all of my 14 years I have remained a naboria but I have seen a plethora of so called Cacikes, Behikes, Bojitis and Nitainos come after me playing…
Taino Ti<br />
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I have been in the Taino Resurgance monvement for 14 years now and I'm getting concerned at the latest trend of Taino reenactments that I'm seeing in the Caribbean islands and the USA.<br />
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I'm in the TAINO RESURGANCE MOVEMENT and want no part of people playing to Indian stereotypes playing on what they think the Taino acted 500 years ago.<br />
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In all of my 14 years I have remained a naboria but I have seen a plethora of so called Cacikes, Behikes, Bojitis and Nitainos come after me playing to Indian stereotypes.<br />
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Its time for a new restoration!!!<br />
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What does the community think ???<br />
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I'm ducking!!!! The Seminole, A 500 Year continuation of Traditiontag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2008-09-16:2030313:Topic:126442008-09-16T23:12:21.231ZCaracolihttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/tainoray
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Early Florida Miccosuke-Seminole Indians, Look Familiar???<br />
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Seminole Chief Osceola<br />
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Seminole…
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Early Florida Miccosuke-Seminole Indians, Look Familiar???<br />
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Seminole Chief Osceola<br />
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Seminole Women Early 1900s<br />
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Seminole Men & Womens wear<br />
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Seminoles Today ARE THE TAINO PLAYING TO INDIAN STEREOTYPES?tag:indigenouscaribbean.ning.com,2008-09-15:2030313:Topic:126022008-09-15T21:15:34.119ZCaracolihttps://indigenouscaribbean.ning.com/profile/tainoray
The Taino resurgance movement is dedicated to the restoration & continuation of all aspects of our Indigenous culture. Having the right to self determination many Taino are setting the foundation that will put the Taino in its rightfull place among indigenous peoples.<br />
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As we embark on this mission the question of what type of regalia will best represent our ancient ones for this noble quest.<br />
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1.) Should regalia represent the Taino revealing much of the body depicting the Taino of 1492?<br />
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2.)…
The Taino resurgance movement is dedicated to the restoration & continuation of all aspects of our Indigenous culture. Having the right to self determination many Taino are setting the foundation that will put the Taino in its rightfull place among indigenous peoples.<br />
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As we embark on this mission the question of what type of regalia will best represent our ancient ones for this noble quest.<br />
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1.) Should regalia represent the Taino revealing much of the body depicting the Taino of 1492?<br />
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2.) Should regalia represent the Taino taking into consideration of the times we are living?<br />
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Do they play to Indian stereotypes that label the wearers as re-enactors?