‘The loudest we can be:’ Red Medicine connects tribal communities to Capitol

Red Medicine LLC is bridging the gap between Montana’s Capitol and tribal communities. Founded by Alissa Snow and Patrick Yawakie, the organization focuses on civic engagement, connecting tribal nations to legislation that impacts them. They aim to increase tribal representation among lobbyists, offering direct government-to-government relations. Red Medicine’s work also includes grassroots efforts to increase voting participation and connect everyday issues with long-term political solutions. The organization has testified at over 120 committee hearings in 2025, advocating for bills affecting Indian Country.