MMIW PT.3 Say Their Names! - Extinguished

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In this compelling episode of Extinguished, hosts David McClam and LaDonna Humphrey explore the ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW). They delve into the historical and systemic roots of the issue, discuss the fragmented jurisdictional responsibilities, and highlight the grassroots efforts by Indigenous communities to seek justice. Through personal stories and expert insights, the episode calls for systemic change to address the root causes of this crisis.TimeLineIntroduction to the MMIW CrisisHistorical Context and Systemic FailuresPersonal Stories and Grassroots EffortsFederal Response and LegislationCall to Action and ConclusionFeatured Quotes"A modern trail of tears.""It's about genocide, a modern form of it.""Oklahoma ranks among the top states for MMIW.""The system is not just broken, it's fragmented by design.""Indigenous women are murdered at 10 times the national average."

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This episode was published on October 26, 2025.

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In this compelling episode of Extinguished, hosts David McClam and LaDonna Humphrey explore the ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW). They delve into the historical and systemic roots of the issue, discuss the fragmented...

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