Warrior describes the origin of the term "Indian" along with misconceptions associated with its improper usage.

Warrior also describes the importance of terms such as "Native American" and "Indigenous"; these are also commonly used along with proper tribal names

"Sovereignty has served as a rallying cry for what Native nations want and what Native scholarship should support"

Stresses the importance of self-governance and self-determinism; how these interact with culture, politics, ideology, and justice

Estes describes the protests against the Keystone XL Pipeline and the importance of continuing that legacy through protesting the North Dakota Access Pipeline

Estes describes the impact of the pipeline on the ecosystem and cultural significance that the government seemingly ignores

Estes describes the history of colonialism in America and the percentage of reserved land that is held by rich landowners

Outlines how to support the movement ethically and properly

Estes describes a specific instance where Police forces targeted the Water Protesters and brutally arrested individuals with little reason.

Estes describes the prophet Nicholas Black Elk and the origin of the "Water Protesters"

Part I. introduces the reader to the leadership surrounding the #NODAPL movement. This also concerns the reunification of the Oceti Sakowin, leadership from the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, direct action against pipeline construction, and the role of Indigenous youth (specifically the leadership from Indigenous youth and women). It is also important to point out how Indigenous leadership overlaps with the traditional governance and the political goals of the movement as a whole.

Part II. describes the expansive history behind the location and treaties surrounding Standing Rock. Various authors provide historical and cultural knowledge about the land and water, both of which laid the foundations for the movement. The significance of "Water is Life" is drawn upon to demonstrate the relationship between the land and its people.

Part III. brings about the question of "legality". This includes rights regarding the construction of the pipeline and the levels of jurisdiction behind it. Some tactics described to halt the construction of the pipeline include high-risk direct action, divestment from financial institutions backing DAPL, and mobilizing Indigenous sovereignty in an attempt to defend the land. The involvement of the police, military, and private security is also mentioned and instances of violence are used to demonstrate the capitalist exploitation of Indigenous lands.

Part IV. further extends upon the capitalist exploitation of land and people inhabiting them. This section stresses how #NoDAPL struggles against colonialism and the promotion of Indigenous revival through cultural healing. The political and economical implications of the movement in terms of capital reorganization and jurisdiction is highlighted. This showcases the social, political. and economical practices of environmental colonialism that fuels infrastructure projects like #NoDAPL.

Part V. talks about the political education and public awareness campaigns surrounding #NoDAPL and the impact it had on the media and young leaders. This includes the cultural music and artistry that carried important political messages.

Part VI. focuses on the #NoDAPL movement's ability to gain support from organizations that were engaged in preexisting social movements; some of which include Black Lives Matter, the occupation of Palestine, protection of Mauna Kea, and the ongoing movement for environment justice. The importance of joining forces to combat a common issue is drawn upon and evident in the writings. The unification of these organizations provides hope for a better future.

"...the law says that anyone encouraging people to use force as part of a riot can be sued for damages, regardless of whether they were present at the riot themselves."

"On October 27, 2016, hundreds of law enforcement officers descended on a small resistance camp that stood directly in the path of the Dakota Access Pipeline, forcibly evicting residents and arresting 142 people"

"...no other incident better illustrates the collaboration between federal, local, and state police and private security in suppressing the NoDAPL movement"

"Standing Rock was one node in a vast web. As the world’s carbon emissions approach the no-return threshold, as more black and Indigenous and poor communities are pushed into environmental catastrophe, that web is still expanding. There won’t be just one battle in which marginalized communities attempt to defend themselves against capitalists extracting the last bit of value from the fossil fuel economy. There will be many. And they’ve already started."

Native activist and veteran Dustin Monroe shows why he supports the #NoDAPL movement and the power to unify others for a common cause as portrayed by the NBC media outlet

This interview stresses the importance of military involvement in the #NoDAPL movement and the unlawful nature of the pipeline construction. The Fox news outlet is clearly on the side of the president based on the tone of the argument.

Foundation of the Veteran Service Corps (VSC) in February 2017 by veterans who traveled to Standing Rock

This poem narrates a story that which pertains to the tribal women and experiences that they would only encounter. It ends in a celebratory manner to symbolize the strength they have and learn from.

This poem emphasizes the importance of prayer and its relationship with nature. The term "prayer" seems to be synonymous with the collective efforts of the people fighting for Standing Rock

All three photos seem to depict a crude black paint which most likely symbolizes oil

This poem seems to accuse the police force of finding pleasure in the brutality against the protesters

This poem uses repetition to emphasize the goals of the protests surrounding Standing Rock

“I am here to protect these people from you. To defend the Constitution.
To see this for myself. I seen your rubber bullets, the gas, the attack dogs.”

This poem describes the arrival of the veterans to protect the protesters from the police forces

Includes audio clip of a woman reporting the police assaulting unarmed protesters; operator can't provide immediate assistance

"In Thunderbird Strike, players can choose to destroy vehicles, buildings and pipelines or they can bring animals like caribou, wolves, buffalo and people back to life."