Women in History--Sarah Winnemucca: Native Educator and Human Rights Advocate

On March 1,2005, Congressman Jon Porter of Nevada addressed Congress on a bill to allow for the placement of a statue of Sarah Winnemucca into the National Statutory Hall. Sarah led an incredible life, Porter asserted, adding that Winnemucca has become a part of Nevada history that will never be forgotten (Porter, 2005). One of only eight women represented in the National Statutory Hall Collection, Winnemucca was a spokesperson and advocate for Indian rights. Her autobiography, Life Among the Piutes, the first published book by a Native American woman, relates the story of white settlement from the Native American perspective. Although she died at the age of 47, Winnemucca\u27s accomplishments were numerous; she is revered as an educator and defender of human rights