Through a process of racial formation, both the ______ government and _____ governments define who is and who is not Native American.

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The federal government has historically played a significant role in defining who is and who is not Native American through various policies and laws such as the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 and the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934. However, tribes also have the authority to determine their own membership criteria and therefore play a role in defining Native American identity. State governments have some jurisdiction over Native American affairs, but they typically do not have the power to define Native American identity. Local governments have even less authority in this regard.

Through a Process of Racial Formation, Both the ______ Government