It was another sunny and warm day, which made my afternoon walk pleasant. This evening I watched the election returns from Manitoba. Their current premier, Heather Stefanson, held office for two years and was the first female premier to lead the province. Tonight, Manitoba history was made again, when Wab Kinew became premier-elect. He becomes the first indigenous premier in Canada. Kinew is from the Onigaming First Nation and grew up in Winnipeg. He holds degrees in economics and indigenous governance. Kinew's background includes several jobs in broadcasting. His musical talents led him to be part of two hip hop bands and an independent rapper. For the past six years he has served as leader of the opposition (as leader of the NDP (New Democratic Party)) in the Manitoba legislative assembly. His constituency is near where I lived while in grad school many years ago.
This exciting historical event had me thinking of several musical selections. One song seemed to have lines that fit the situation tonight and is by a well known indigenous female artist. Keep safe. Enjoy!
Keeper of the Fire -- Buffy Sainte-Marie
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