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Tribal leaders are learning their strengths and weaknesses during the coronavirus crisis. Some are closing reservations boundaries, imposing curfews and even declaring medical martial law. The promise of federal help comes with another layer of bureaucracy and challenges for tribal leaders. We’ll hear from tribal leaders about the tough decisions they are making to make it through the health and economic challenges.
Guests:
Greg Sarris (Southern Pomo/Coast Miwok) – Chairman of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
Jonathan Nez: (Diné) – President of the Navajo Nation
Carleton Bowekaty (Pueblo of Zuni ) – Lieutenant Governor of the Pueblo of Zuni
Jeff Grubbe (Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians) – Chairman of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
Break 1 music: Learned from the Late Ralph Kotay (song) Kenneth Cozad & Group (artist) Songs of Our Old People – Old-Time Round Dance Songs of Oklahoma (album)
Break 2 music: Canoe Song (song) Chenoa (artist) Spirit of Salishan (album)
