Indigenous Peoples' Day is both performative and an important step for Indigenous liberation.

First and foremost, a clear distinction needs to be made between patriotism and nationalism. Although similar, patriotism is related more to a sense of love and devotion for one’s country, while nationalism refers to a pride that one has in the superiority of their country.

A common critique of the Democratic Party is its use of “identity politics,” a term typically used in conservative commentary. This buzzword is rarely unpacked. If a solid definition of identity politics...