Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Riley Rodriquez, Texas State Senate District 28

A hot issue in politics these days is the question of how Democrats will win elections again in rural areas. There are different answers: run on economic issues only, run blue-collar candidates, run someone deeply-embedded and well-known in the area. Today we are profiling a candidate who checks all three boxes. Riley Rodriquez (he/him), is a millennial who has held a number of jobs in his native West Texas: cowboy, oilfield hand, and small business owner. Riley’s platform focuses on healthcare and education as a human right, free school meals, and empowering the working class to take power back from the ruling elite.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 59Andrew FAugust 20, 2026latino, Native American, Native American Heritage, oil, election 2026Comment

Native Threads: The Rising Voices of Indigenous Fashion

Sustainable style is getting a powerful, culture-rich upgrade. Native American-owned clothing brands are weaving tradition, eco-consciousness, and bold design into every stitch. From upcycled materials to natural dyes and slow fashion ethics, these small businesses are demonstrating that fashion can honor the Earth and Indigenous heritage simultaneously.

An Ode to American History Through Fashion

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we can’t ignore the impact of Native American fashion on the fashion industry. With more voices in fashion advocating for cultural awareness and speaking against the appropriation of Indigenous and Native American culture, the wave of the rise in the number of designers coming from these tribes has led to a new revolution. On this note, Jejune Magazine has culminated a list of Native American designers to be on the lookout for!

Black Friday Done Right

November is National Native American Heritage Month! Throughout the month of November, the diverse cultures, histories, and traditions of Native Americans are celebrated. Today is Native American Heritage Day, which falls on the same day as Black Friday. Sadly, the celebration of Native American heritage is overshadowed by the sales and shopping opportunities of Black Friday. This holiday season, it is important to be less focused on navigating Black Friday and more each other. However, if we are going to shop on this notoriously indulgent day, it is crucial to keep in mind that it is Native American Heritage Day and give back to Indigenous people of this country. In this feature, we have compiled a list of eleven incredible sustainable Native American and Canadian designers and brands that should be on everyone’s radar!