Stealin' land from the indigenous natives
Gave them alcohol to keep the Red Man intoxicated

from Ras Kass – Nature of the Threat Lyrics on Rap Genius

In many ways, this is still applicable today. On many reservations alcohol and drugs are easily accessible while police enforcement, addiction treatment centers and medical facilities are not.

An issue brought to further light by the American Indian Movement

Hoka hey!

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