Native American Contractors Association Supports U.S. Department of Interior on Consideration of Consultation with the Native Hawaiian Community
Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) announced its consideration to institute procedures to re-establish a government-to-government relationship between the United States federal government and the Native Hawaiian community.
Native American and African American Community Stand Together Against Racism in Professional Sports
Minorities form united front against racism in NBA and NFL sports clubs. WASHINGTON, May 13, 2014 — In the wake of the appalling comments declared by Donald Sterling, the owner of the Los Angeles Clippers, it’s worth noting that the same level of racism, bigotry, and hatred survives in the National Football League (NFL). “It’s commendable that the National Basketball Association (NBA) has responded in a swift and decisive manner. It reflects the respect the league has for all the races, ethnicities, and cultures that are the fabric of this great nation,” stated Kevin Allis, Native American Contractors Association Executive Director. “Now it’s time for the NFL to take the same stance by compelling Dan Snyderto change the name of Washington, D.C.’s football team,” said Allis. For years the Native American community has insisted for the owner of the Washington football club to make such a change. However, he has defiantly resisted such efforts, and has even engaged in disingenuous efforts to sway support in his direction. Recently, Mr. Snyder created a pool of money that is allegedly designed to assist Native communities. “If you don’t like racism, don’t finance it. If you don’t appreciate being discriminated against, don’t finance it. If you don’t like stupidity, don’t finance it either! After all, money talks…and you-know-what walks,” stated Ron Busby, President of the United States Black Chambers, Inc. “We in the African-American community support the efforts of Native Americans when it comes to racism, and together, we call for members of our respective communities to withhold support for these two leagues until they can both prove their respect to African-Americans and Native Americans,” continued Busby. “Native Americans and African-Americans...NACA Press Releases
- Minority Business Groups Sign Historic Memorandum to Strengthen Minority Business Relations
- Native American Contractors Association Partners with Notah Begay III Foundation in First Annual Golf Tournament
- United States Small Business Administration and Native American Contractors Association Sign Historic Strategic Alliance Memorandum
- The Native American Contractors Association Announces its 1st Annual B2B Conference & Expo in Palm Springs, California: Annual Conference Marks NACA’s 10 Year Anniversary: April 25, 2013
- The Native American Contractors Association Responds to Congressman’s Remarks Regarding Hispanic Americans: March 30, 2013
- Native American Federal Contractors Dazed by Recent Report on an Increase in Direct Awards to Large Business and Senator Claire McCaskill’s attack on Alaska Native Corporations: March 22, 2013
- NACA Launches New Business Development Portal with Strong Support from the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Black Chamber, Inc.: January 17, 2013
- NACA Responds to Rep. Markey’s Proposed Legislation: January 9, 2013
- The Native American Contractors Association Names New Board of Directors: November 9, 2012
- The Native American Contractors Association Receives MBDA Business Center Grant to Fund Anchorage, Alaska Office: September 18, 2012
- NACA Remembers Board Member and Founder Barney Uhart: September 11, 2012
- Native American Contractors Association Publishes Best Practices Guide: July 5, 2012
- Native American Contractors Association Publishes Economic Impact Study: May 8, 2012
- Native American Contractors Association Response to Indian Country Today Article: March 16, 2012
- NACA Commends Swift Prosecution of Fraudulent Employee: March 8, 2012
- NACA Announces New Executive Director: Kevin J. Allis: February 21, 2012
- NACA Responds to GAO Report on Native American Contracting: February 7, 2012
- Representatives of Native Enterprises Testify Before Michigan Senate Committee on 8(a) Tribal Economic Development Opportunities in Michigan: December 21, 2011
- NACA Plans for New Executive Director: October 31, 2011
- Native Business Leaders Convene in DC – Applaud U.S. Attorney’s office in prosecution of employees in contracting fraud: October 4, 2011
- Senator Claire McCaskill Continues to Advance Anti-Native Agenda: September 20, 2011
- NACA’s Legislative Director, Dennis Worden, and External Affairs Coordinator, Jennine Elias Named 2011 Native American 40 Under 40: September 6, 2011
- NACA Announces Transition of Executive Directors: June 23, 2011
- Tribal Leaders Urge Congress to Preserve Native Enterprise Participation in the SBA 8(a) Program: April 8, 2011
- Native Leaders Testify Before Congress on the Essential Role, History and Value of Native 8(a) Enterprises: April 7, 2011
- Senator Claire McCaskill Uses Legislative Loophole to Advance Anti-Native Agenda: March 31, 2011
- NACA Responds to ProPublica Story on Alaska Native Corporations: March 18, 2011
- Native Groups Respond to SBA 8(a) Regulations: February 11, 2011
- ProPublica Misleads Readers on Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) Subcontracting: January 28, 2011
- USA Today Outsources Biased Story on Alaska Native Corporations: December 16, 2010
- Senator Claire McCaskill, Rep. Bennie Thompson Introduce Anti-Native Legislation: November 22, 2010
- Senator McCaskill Poised to Break Congressional Promise to Alaska Native People: October 11, 2010
- Native American Contractors Association Responds to the Washington Post Series on Alaska Native Corporations: October 4, 2010
Joint Press Releases
- National Tribal Organizations Respond to Sen. McCain’s Amendment to Eliminate Funding for the Indian Incentive Program: March 14, 2013
- Minority Business Leaders Urge Compromise Before Fiscal Cliff: December 13, 2012
- National Minority Organizations Respond to Federal Court DynaLantic Corp. Decision: August 31, 2012