The idea that the past repeats itself in the future is most obvious in the way people of other cultures are treated. In the past, African Americans were considered slaves, and as slaves they were considered inferior. Today, some still consider them to be inferior simply because of the color of their skin. The same thing is occurring with Native Americans. Treated horribly by our ancestors, we learn many stereotypes and prejudices against people that are unjust.
Racism is only one problem they face.
Racism, in this term, means to force ones culture on another and to separate a certain group because of feelings of superiority. The majority of the society does not deem many customs followed by Native Americans acceptable today. Many Native Americans live in pueblos or villages that have their own government. They do not have to abide by the laws of the United States government. Yet many people will not understand or accept this concept.