Leftist fans ignore key villain in Osage Murders: The Federal Government.
Federal Government Triggered The Murders
“Killers of the Flower Moon” portrays the FBI agents as heroes who uncovered a murderous conspiracy in Osage County. However, it is important to remember that the “Reign of Terror” was sparked by the vulnerable position the federal government forced the Osage Indians into.
The Osage Want To Drill Baby Drill
During the “Reign of Terror,” the tribe had no control over their own contracts with oil companies. Instead, the federal government leased parts of Osage land to oil companies on behalf of the Osage. This arrangement, where minerals in Osage County are held in trust by the federal government, continues to limit the tribe’s ability to extract oil from their land.
National Security
The Osage’s desire to extract oil on their land is not just about tribal sovereignty and funding the Osage reservation, but also about U.S. national security. Bolstering American energy independence and replenishing strategic oil reserves are crucial for defending against foreign adversaries.
Decades of Disrespect
For nearly two centuries, the Bureau of Indian Affairs has victimized Native American tribes, depriving them of true sovereignty and land rights. The Osage Nation has been particularly affected, facing mismanagement of trust funds, restrictive regulations, and even an illegally constructed wind farm.
A Yearning For Freedom
The Osage Nation hopes to one day “nationalize” and dissociate from the Bureau of Indian Affairs completely. This would allow them to have true sovereignty and control over their land. However, before they can achieve this, they need to ensure they can support themselves through energy production, which is currently hindered by the federal government.
How does the federal government’s management of Osage land and resources impact U.S. national security and energy independence?
Federal Government Triggered The Murders
In the gripping book “Killers of the Flower Moon,” the FBI agents are portrayed as heroes who uncovered a monstrous conspiracy in Osage County. However, it is crucial to remember that the “Reign of Terror” was ignited by the vulnerable position the federal government forced the Osage Indians into.
During this dark period, the Osage tribe had no control over their own contracts with oil companies. Instead, the federal government leased parts of Osage land to these companies on behalf of the Osage. This arrangement, where minerals in Osage County are held in trust by the federal government, continues to curtail the tribe’s ability to extract oil from their own land.
The desire of the Osage to extract oil on their land goes far beyond tribal sovereignty and funding for the Osage reservation. It also directly relates to U.S. national security. Bolstering American energy independence and replenishing strategic oil reserves are crucial for defending against foreign adversaries. By allowing the Osage Nation to fully harness the potential of their oil resources, the federal government would not only enable tribal self-sufficiency but also fortify the nation’s energy security.
However, the mistreatment of Native American tribes by the Bureau of Indian Affairs spans nearly two centuries. The Osage Nation has been particularly affected, facing mismanagement of trust funds, restrictive regulations, and even the construction of an illegal wind farm on their land. These actions by the federal government have consistently undermined the sovereignty and land rights of Native American tribes.
In the face of such disrespect and injustice, the Osage Nation yearns for freedom. They aspire to “nationalize” and dissociate completely from the Bureau of Indian Affairs, allowing them to exercise true sovereignty and control over their land. However, before they can achieve this ambitious goal, they must first ensure that they can support themselves through energy production. Currently, their endeavors are hindered by the federal government’s hold on their land and resources.
It is imperative for the federal government to recognize the historical wrongs committed against the Osage Nation and actively work towards rectifying them. Granting the tribe full control over their land and resources would not only promote justice and fairness but also support the tribe’s aspirations for true sovereignty. By righting these past and ongoing injustices, the federal government can set a precedent for better relations with Native American tribes across the nation and foster a more inclusive and equitable society.
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