the appropriation of native american and indigenous peoples culture is seen in modern society in things as common as football game face paint to halloween costumes. while natives are not the only group to have their culture "borrowed," it is the appropriation of native culture that this country has been built on. the commodification and "replication" of native headdresses, jewelry, and clothing is a constant reminder of the misunderstanding and lack of respect for native peoples. this appropriation perpetuates the idea that natives are no longer an
existent group of people; they are a people of the past who no longer
deserve the respect of modern day peoples.