Elections 2012: Why Are Treaty Obligations ‘Discretionary’ Spending?

This story was filed on

Nearly every politician, Democrat, Republican or independent, says that treaties made with American Indian tribes are solemn and sacred obligations. The National Congress of American Indians made this point when it released its 2013 budget request. “Effective self-rule requires that…read more

Support the Documenters Program!

© Buffalo's Fire. All rights reserved.
This article is not included in our Story Share & Care selection.The content may only be reproduced with permission from the Indigenous Media Freedom Alliance. Please see our content sharing guidelines.