Combining political theory with ethnographic research among the Mohawks of Kahnawake, a reserve community in what is now southwestern Quebec, this book examines their struggles to articulate and maintain political sovereignty through centuries of settler colonialism.
This collection argues for the vital role of theory in Native studies, addressing concerns about its perceived Western bias and the urgency of political issues. The editors advocate for recognizing Native people as legitimate theorists and highlight the theoretical contributions from Native activists outside academia. The essays explore how Native studies can intersect with critical ethnic, gender, and postcolonial studies, showcasing theory as a tool for decolonization and challenging systemic racism and inequities faced by indigenous communities.