THE RIGHT TO BE

Honoring Michael Hondo Whisperingbull
African, Cherokee, Mvskokee Creek & Blackfoot heritage. July 22, 2013

I Love Ancestry



As a traditional dancer in the New York powwow circuit, Michael strives to make Black & Native presence known through his diligent and respectful participation in ceremonies and powwows.

He always strives to be seen in a dignified and graceful way as this reflects well on his people. He dances for those who cannot. He uses his gift as a straight dancer to heal, educate and empower those who have been taught that people of African and Native heritage do not exist.

Michael's mission is where ever he goes to provoke a response from people via the way he dresses or speaks to create a conversation.

It was surprising to him to find out how many people have not heard of Americans of African and Native heritage, or even worse not believing of their existence  However, for Michael it is refreshing to know that after few conversations with such people, they have a much different opinion.

"I let people know we are real! I take great pride in all of my heritage." - anon.

Harlem Newsboy by Gordon Parks 1943

"My mother said I must always be intolerant of ignorance, but understanding of illiteracy. That some people, unable to go to school, were more educated and more intelligent than college professors." --Maya Angelou