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Chase Iron Eyes
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Chase Iron Eyes speaks in 2017
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Chase A. Iron Eyes
March 6, 1978 |
| Nationality | American |
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| Years active | 2011–present |
| Organization | Lakota People's Law Project |
| Political party | Independent |
| Spouse(s) | Sara Jumping Eagle |
| Children | 3, including Tokata Iron Eyes |
Chase Iron Eyes, born on March 6, 1978, is an important Native American leader. He is a lawyer, an activist, and a member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe. He works with the Lakota People's Law Project, which helps Native American families. He also helped start Last Real Indians, a news website for Native American issues. In 2016, he ran for a seat in the United States House of Representatives for North Dakota.
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Chase Iron Eyes's Journey and Education
Chase Iron Eyes studied at the University of North Dakota. He earned a degree in political science and Native American studies. Later, he went to the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. There, he earned his law degree, focusing on laws related to Native American tribes.
Becoming a Lawyer
During his time in law school, Chase Iron Eyes was the president of the Native American Law Student Association. This group helps Native American students studying law. After finishing his studies, he became a licensed lawyer. He can practice law in courts in South Dakota and North Dakota. He also works in several tribal court systems.
Working for Native American Rights
Chase Iron Eyes uses his skills as a lawyer to stand up for Native American civil rights. He has worked as a lawyer for the Lakota People's Law Project (LPLP). This group started in 2005. Its main goal is to stop the unfair practice of taking Lakota children from their families. They work to keep children within their communities.
Protecting Sacred Lands
Iron Eyes has worked hard to protect places that are special and sacred to Native American people. He helped bring attention to Pe' Sla. This is a high mountain area in the Black Hills. It is a very important place for the Lakota people. They believe it is connected to their creation stories. Many traditional ceremonies and gatherings happen there. Another sacred site he has highlighted is Bear Butte.
He is also part of the Bush Foundation's Native Nation Rebuilders program. This program helps tribal leaders find new ways to govern their communities. He has also spoken out against drilling for oil wells in these important areas.
Running for Congress
In 2016, Chase Iron Eyes decided to run for Congress. He was a member of the Democratic Party. He wanted to represent North Dakota's at-large congressional district in the United States House of Representatives. He told Prairie Public Radio that he felt it was necessary to run. He believed the government needed fixing and wanted to help North Dakota.
Family Life
Chase Iron Eyes grew up on the Standing Rock Indian Reservation. He is an enrolled member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe. He is married to Dr. Sara Jumping Eagle. They have three children, including their daughter, Tokata Iron Eyes.
Films Featuring Chase Iron Eyes
Chase Iron Eyes has also appeared in films.
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| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
| 2014 | Mitakeoyashin | Himself | Documentary |
Election Results
Here are the results from the elections Chase Iron Eyes participated in:
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Democratic-NPL | Chase Iron Eyes | 17,063 | 99.7 | |
| Democratic-NPL | Write-ins | 59 | 0.3 | |
| Total votes | 17,122 | 100.0 | ||
| 2016 North Dakota at-large congressional district election | |||||
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| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
| Republican | Kevin Cramer (incumbent) | 233,980 | 69.13% | +13.59% | |
| Democratic-NPL | Chase Iron Eyes | 80,377 | 23.75% | -14.73% | |
| Libertarian | Jack Seaman | 23,528 | 6.95% | +1.11% | |
| N/A | Write-ins | 574 | 0.17% | +0.02% | |
| Total votes | 338,459 | 100.0% | N/A | ||
| Republican hold | |||||
