Leonard Peltier was a member of AIM, the American Indian Movement. In the late 1970's, at Pine Ridge, a group of FBI and ATF agents approached a building where Peltier and other AIM members were trapped. A siege and shootout followed where 2 FBI agents were shotgunned to death. Peltier was arrested and plead not guilty, however he would not reveal who did the shootings. He has since resided in the Federal Prison at Leavenworth, Kansas. There is an excellent film by the name of "Incident at Oglala" which details his case, as well.
Rage gave a free concert for him which raised $70,000+ for his defense fund, and give out information about the case whenever possible.
Some History On How The Government Treats Native Americans
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