Brad Riley, MPPA '22, has released a new analysis of how indigenous language diversity impacts federal-tribal relations. The paper, titled "Linguistic Equity in Federal-Tribal Consultation: Lessons from EPA Regions 9 and 5," uses case studies of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) consultation practices in EPA regions 9 (Pacific Southwest) and 5 (Great Lakes) to analyze how linguistic diversity or homogeneity affects public administration. Riley argues that linguistic landscapes are critical aspects of the success of federal-tribal relationships and offers a suite of recommendations for practitioners. Ultimately, the paper seeks to reframe the role of language by reframing it as "governance infrastructure" that is critical to sovereignty and successful administration.
Brad Riley, MPPA '22, releases comparative analysis of federal-tribal relations and regional language landscapes
