Prison Writings: My Life Is My Sun Dance

by Leonard Peltier

Leonard Peltier is the very symbol of that domination and continuing oppression.

To those of us locked away in here, there’s nothing more important than being remembered.

You never let your guard down when you live in hell.

I, Leonard Peltier. Also known in my native country of Great Turtle Island as Gwarth-ee-lass—“He Leads the People.” Also known among my Sioux brethren as Tate Wikikuwa—“Wind Chases the Sun.” Also known as U.S. Prisoner #89637-132.

Steel doors are forever grinding and slamming, then grinding and slamming again.

Security’s the one thing you never get in a maximum-security prison.