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Lake America? Indigenous Chief Pushes Back | Joplin News
The President just renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America—yes, really—in a bold move tied to escalating trade tensions with Canada. But this isn’t just about tariffs; it’s sparked outrage from the Wyandotte Nation, whose ancestors are the Huron-Wendat people. Chief Billy Friend called it a slap in the face to Indigenous heritage, saying the name “Ontario” carries deep historical roots and that no consultation was offered. He’s now demanding accountability by writing to the Secretary of the Interior—because renaming sacred places without respect for their history? That’s not just geography—it’s…
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