Illinois now home to federally recognized tribal nation after landmark decision from Department of Interior – NBC5 (Chicago)

The decision placed portions of the Shab-eh-nay Reservation land into trust for Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, coming 175 years after the U.S. government illegally auctioned off nearly 1,300 acres of Prairie Band's Reservation land in northern Illinois. This move confirms the land as "Indian country," ensuring the Nation can exercise sovereignty over the land.
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Pat S.
2 years ago

Skip all this tribal lands stuff and concentrate on improving the lives of Native Americans.

The only crumb they get is the opportunity to run casinos – which benefits the connected and already wealthy.

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