It has been a couple hundred years now, that land was set aside for the conquered native peoples of the present USA, to keep as" homelands"
That was a time when it must have been expected that they would go on hunting and gathering as a subsistence lifestyle, which in most cases, no longer works.
Around here, the six nations have their reservations, but have the right to live off the res and never have anything to do with it. Or if they wish, enjoy both cultures.
Now, I know promises such as, " as long as the grass grows and the sun shines", were made, and they must be kept, but is it not more realistic to consider that it is time the reservations and it's people were absorbed into the greater nation ?
Some of the western reservations, seem to be awash in societal problems, would they be better served if held accountable and guided by the same rules?
Of course we have 3 reservations here in my county, and little differentation is found, but some, mostly in western states, seem to truly struggle.
..But then, perhaps, seeing the corruption involved in child/elder care, in some states..perhaps they should be left alone...
What are your thoughts concerning this issue in your home area ?
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