The Denver Gazette: GUEST OPINION: Vote No on Denver’s 308, 309: Protect jobs and our Western identity
The Denver Gazette
By JJ Ament
The proposed fur ban would also have severe consequences for major cultural events such as the Denver March Powwow and the Indian Market and Southwest Art Fest. These events draw participants and visitors from across North America, and vendors who sell traditional fur-based crafts are an essential part of the experience and culture.
The Denver March Powwow, which features over 1,500 dancers from nearly 100 tribes, would struggle to be viable if fur products are banned.
The ban would undermine the financial sustainability and historical relevance of these important events, depriving Indigenous and Native American communities of vital economic opportunities and cultural expression.