About this video
Harvey Arden speaks and reads at the Institute of Noetic Sciences in Petaluma, Ca
Harvey Arden is a former Senior Writer for National Geographic and Author of numerous books, including "Noble Red Man: Lakota Wisdomkeeper Mathew King", "Travels in a Stone Canoe: The Return to the Wisdomkeepers", and "Have You Thought of Leonard Peltier Lately?" He is also the Editor for Leonard Peltier's own book, "Prison Writings: My Life Is My Sun Dance."
On Jan. 15 2009, Mr. Arden sat down at the Institute of Noetic Sciences in Petaluma, CA to read from his writings and share some of the lessons he's learned throughout the course of his life.
In Part 1, Harvey reads an excerpt from "Travels in a Stone Canoe" a book co-authored by Steve Wall.
In Part 2, Harvey turns to "Noble Red Man", a record of writings and interviews with the late, highly respected Lakota Elder and spokesperson, Matthew King.
Finally, in Part 3, Harvey discusses the struggle of Indigenous Activist Leonard Peltier, who has been falsely imprisoned for over 30 years.
If you'd like to learn more about Harvey Arden, visit his website, haveyouthought.com. You can also contact him directly at harveyarden@starpower.net
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pretty impressive, national geographic is a lot of words.
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good job.
Joshua.
Harvey is a beautiful person who has done a lot to help Leonard and the American Indians.
His writings are special, I have four of his books.
Thank you Harvey.
barbara
Please correct Indian.
I could not find an edit spot.
thank you
barbara
Harvey… Thanks for the info… Been working for Pete Seeger for 40 years… Coordinated our Native People onto Madison Sq. Garden, for Pete’s Birthday Party, were now working on a Leonard Peltier Concert for May 5th and/or Setp 12th 2010. Let’s keep in touch… Roland
Harvey and Hawk Elder speak the truth. Because they not only have good hearts, But open eye’s and minds.
Hello My Dear Harvey,
You are so loved and admired. I want to sincerely thank you myself and for all our
people who love you.
You and Steve Wall have shared in a way with the rest of the world in such a special way, by Spirit.
I send my love, appreciation and prayers for you.
LaResa Turnbow
Harv… Forgot to tell you that I work with Vernon… From the Hopi Nation… Can’t get in to your download..? Check out my website… Vernon on it! Roland
why don’t we start petitioning for a “Leonard Peliter” day? there have been so many blunders by the FBI then and even now…coming to light r the real murderers of Anna Mae Aquash and the lies told by both sides astounds me…
Peltier is in there for s.t. for way too long…people don’t even remember the two FBI men who died that day…time to put the past to sleep.
What do others think?
Thank you for the insight. I is so important that we do not forget and keep the teachings alive. It is through our stories and that the history of the people is shared.
Thank you my Kola David for getting these on film and into the public and many thanks Harvey for your voice which carries the knowledge to the people.
The old ones are being called home but we are now writing down the stories so that they will never be forgotten. Blessings Maka Nupa LCota
Why not petition for a day of justice for all the many Native brothers and sisters behind the walls and barbed wire?
I have been a supporter of Leonard for years on end, and am not changing my position by what I write here.
Over the years of advocating for our relatives in prison, I’ve come to know that there are many, many of them inside with extraordinarily long, harsh sentences. There are far too many of our relatives inside for activites that get only a slap on the wrist among white population.
While Leonard serves as a lightning rod, we need to expand and extent the parameters of those others needing publicity and help…and needing it badly.
Thank You Harvey. You learn and teach well.
Harvey:
I was very proud to be a part of the book Wisdom Keeper through the story that my mother(Leila Penn Fisher) had told before she passed in 1968. The stories that was written about the Indian Elders throughout Indian Country was very important for our children and our people. I enjoyed the time that Steve Wall spent here on the Hoh Reservation with our people as he traveled throughout the country. I hope that you will be able to let Steve Wall know that I would love to have contact with him again on unfinished business. Again thank you for all our your knowledge about the Indian people and the need to educate society that we are still the people that we were born and raised as (traditionally and culturally). I would never want to see us change our ways and I will continue to teach my children about the traditions and culture.
Dear Harvey: Your work through your own path has made many look into their own hearts to view how they see their own lives. It your work and the on going prayers for Lenoard’s saftey and well being that have kept many of in touch with our own spirit self.
When I light the prayer smoke at night many are put into these prayers, inclucing both of you.
How I wish for Lenoard to fly free from the bars that hold him away from us. I like many take this time to say thank you for all that you do.
You both are loved by many, including myself.
Blessings and love sent your way, Hawk
Hawk…. Your words are so beautiful and true, I agree with everything. Harvey and Leonard are very special Men so to those in control, “Please set Leonard FREE”.
barbara
Harvey,
You have done a wonderful job on all your books. I enjoyed them all. I know my grandfather Matthew King (Noble Redman) would have given you the biggest hug and hand shake for getting his words out. We appreciate you! Thanks so much
~pilamya~….. Jolene R. King
Roland–Lemme know how it goes. I’d be delighted to get myself out there & do a spoken-word performance from Leonard’s book, if you’d like. Blessings, /Harvey
NEW BOOK coming out soon from Seneca Wisdomkeeper GRANDMA EDNA GORDON:
A BROOMSTICK REVOLUTION
Hawk Elder Teachings for a New Age
To PRE-ORDER send an email to harveyarden@haveyouthought.com
BROOM-1 copy, or BROOM-2 copies, etc.
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We’ll let you know when our new website for the book opens shortly & you can order there. Blessings, /Harvey
AND BE SURE to watch Edna’s free 43-minute video at
http://vimeo.com/12519099
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