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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 58 MIN

How Tribal Government & Indigenous Political Theories Impacted Constitution

from Sandra Day O'Connor Institute · host Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy

First released in 2022, this episode revisits an often overlooked influence on the American founding. Professor Robert James Miller explores how tribal governments and Indigenous political thought helped shape the ideas of the Founding generation and left lasting marks on the U.S. Constitution. Moderated by Myles V. Link, the conversation invites listeners to view the Constitution not only through a European lens, but also as a document informed by the political traditions of the first peoples of this land.This podcast is created by the Sandra Day O'Connor Institute. The opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the Sandra Day O'Connor Institute. We offer a platform of civil discourse to allow for disparate views to be discussed and explored.You can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/Follow us on:TwitterFacebookInstagramYouTube

First released in 2022, this episode revisits an often overlooked influence on the American founding. Professor Robert James Miller explores how tribal governments and Indigenous political thought helped shape the ideas of the Founding generation and left lasting marks on the U.S. Constitution. Moderated by Myles V. Link, the conversation invites listeners to view the Constitution not only through a European lens, but also as a document informed by the political traditions of the first people...

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