On July 18, 2026, inmates at the Oregon State Correctional Institution held their Many Nations Powwow. Some danced, some drummed, others bore flags during the event’s grand entry. A crowd of roughly 80 invited guests arrived to watch and celebrate.
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The power of a powwow has been described as a collective heartbeat that draws people together. Celebrants often say they feel unity and freedom as they dance in a circle…