A LETTER FROM THE CHIEF OF
THE NORTHERN CHEROKEE NATION
Osiyo Uyvtlviditlv Tsalagi
Hello Northern Cherokee People,
About six years ago after the “last election,” we started a new fight for federal recognition. There was a behind-the-scenes effort to convince the B.I.A. to change the rules for recognition. The new rules will be issued about March 1st 2015.
As we all know, the old rules were designed to prevent any tribes from achieving recognition unless they had a war chest in the million and the influence of dozens of legislators. Even then, their efforts could be and were thwarted by any federalized tribe that objected. One tribe in Connecticut fought for 20 years and spent millions of dollars and still lost.
The Northern Cherokee Nation participated in several meetings nationwide, and the comment program that lasted over a
year. The thousands of comments sent in are to be the driving force in the new guide lines for the new rules. We, The
Northern Cherokee Nation are now enlisting the help of a bipartisan coalition of senators, congressmen, and even members of the justice department to aid us in our fight.
I pray for Creator’s guidance in this struggle for our people. Right now our chances look very good. If all tribes with
documentation and history, such as ours, cannot now achieve federal recognition, then this whole process will have
obviously been an expensive and very cruel joke. However, the feds appear to be sincere. At this time, we have faith in their efforts.
The next few months will be the most exciting time in our history. MAKE SMOKE AND SEND UP PRAYERS TO CREATOR.
WaDo,
Kenn Grey Elk Chief
PS: A note from Busy Red Bird. As tribal citizens, it is your responsibility to inform the office if you have - changed your name, address, phone numbers, and e-mail info. Your files MUST be current. Go to the contact us from and send your info in! Please notify your family members to do the same. If you need an enrollment application for a family member, you may request on the same
page, or call the Cuba, Missouri, office 573-885-1070 to request one to be mailed. Wado
THE NORTHERN CHEROKEE NATION
Osiyo Uyvtlviditlv Tsalagi
Hello Northern Cherokee People,
About six years ago after the “last election,” we started a new fight for federal recognition. There was a behind-the-scenes effort to convince the B.I.A. to change the rules for recognition. The new rules will be issued about March 1st 2015.
As we all know, the old rules were designed to prevent any tribes from achieving recognition unless they had a war chest in the million and the influence of dozens of legislators. Even then, their efforts could be and were thwarted by any federalized tribe that objected. One tribe in Connecticut fought for 20 years and spent millions of dollars and still lost.
The Northern Cherokee Nation participated in several meetings nationwide, and the comment program that lasted over a
year. The thousands of comments sent in are to be the driving force in the new guide lines for the new rules. We, The
Northern Cherokee Nation are now enlisting the help of a bipartisan coalition of senators, congressmen, and even members of the justice department to aid us in our fight.
I pray for Creator’s guidance in this struggle for our people. Right now our chances look very good. If all tribes with
documentation and history, such as ours, cannot now achieve federal recognition, then this whole process will have
obviously been an expensive and very cruel joke. However, the feds appear to be sincere. At this time, we have faith in their efforts.
The next few months will be the most exciting time in our history. MAKE SMOKE AND SEND UP PRAYERS TO CREATOR.
WaDo,
Kenn Grey Elk Chief
PS: A note from Busy Red Bird. As tribal citizens, it is your responsibility to inform the office if you have - changed your name, address, phone numbers, and e-mail info. Your files MUST be current. Go to the contact us from and send your info in! Please notify your family members to do the same. If you need an enrollment application for a family member, you may request on the same
page, or call the Cuba, Missouri, office 573-885-1070 to request one to be mailed. Wado
IT IS OUR TIME NOW!!!
I will be traveling to Washington D.C. several times as required during this quest for federal recognition.
Much more news to come.
Remember, Northern Cherokee Nation Citizen’s, this is for all the marbles, folks.
WISH US LUCK.
Highlights from the Northern Cherokee Nation's Council Meeting
February 14, 2015
By Tribal Citizen Donna Calm Spirit Stone
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ONLY AFTER ALL THE TREES ARE CUT,
ONLY AFTER ALL THE GAME IS KILLED,
ONLY AFTER ALL THE STREAMS ARE POISONED,
ONLY THEN WILL WHITE MEN REALIZE THEY CAN'T EAT MONEY.
ONLY AFTER ALL THE GAME IS KILLED,
ONLY AFTER ALL THE STREAMS ARE POISONED,
ONLY THEN WILL WHITE MEN REALIZE THEY CAN'T EAT MONEY.
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