Sovereignty & Modern Communities
Understanding the legal status of tribal nations today and their contributions to the state's culture and economy.
Key Questions
- 1What does it mean for a tribal nation to be sovereign?
- 2How do modern tribal governments work with our state government?
- 3In what ways do Indigenous people contribute to our state today?
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