Of the 17 people running, 9 have indicated support for expanding self-governance for the Wabanaki Nations.
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4 takeaways from the Wabanaki-hosted gubernatorial debate
On the key issue of tribal sovereignty, the 3 independents and 5 Democrats who attended the Houlton event Thursday night were mostly in favor.
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Lawmakers advance tax break compromise for Wabanaki nations
The Mi’kmaq Nation would get a representative in the Legislature under the amended bill.
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Compromise with Mills would give tribes tax breaks instead of sovereignty
Debate on a proposal out of the governor’s office was placed on hold Thursday because tribal leaders were not present.
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UMaine to return human remains, burial objects to Wabanaki Nations
The remains and tools were excavated from sites across the state starting in the 1960s.
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Wabanaki Nations, Mills are finding common ground
In the final chapter of the governor’s administration, she and tribal leaders are making progress on tribal priorities.
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Maine’s got big plans for celebrating America’s 250th
Several historical societies, art museums and other cultural institutions around the state have scheduled exhibits, lectures and other events to celebrate the nation’s birthday.
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Wabanaki tribal members rush for IDs following immigration crackdown
The Penobscot Nation has been issuing identification cards at over double the usual rate.
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How the Wabanaki coalition is fighting for tribal sovereignty
Tribal leaders are pushing to secure funding for an education bill this session, but keeping sovereignty top of mind as the gubernatorial race gets underway.
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Oxford Casino sues to block tribal iGaming
The lawsuit claims the exclusive right to operate internet gambling granted to the Wabanaki Nations is a ‘race-based monopoly.’