Best for the West - E10 - Indigenous Societies and 'The Voice'

Canada, the US and Australia, have remarkably similar histories regarding their indigenous populations, yet each of them manages their indigenous populations differently.<br/><br/>Australia is holding a referendum on 14 October 2023 about amending their constitution to introduce “a body, to be called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice” . Or, “The Voice” for short. This amendment serves two purposes: Firstly, it is formal recognition of Aboriginals in the Australian constitution, and secondly, it is a body that quote, “may make representations to the Parliament and the Executive Government of the Commonwealth on matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.”<br/><br/>It's being hotly debated in Australia and should be of interest to citizens of all nations that have indigenous populations.This episode covers:The histories of indigenous societies in the US, Canada and Australia.The current situation for these societies.What each country is doing about it. The Australian referendum.What’s best for the West.