The state’s tribes are still waiting for access to rights and benefits enjoyed by hundreds of tribes across the nation.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Fate of Maine tribes has hung in the balance for far too long
Frustration caused by stop-start reform efforts is eating away at tribal-state relations.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Portland Councilor Fournier: Gov. Mills needs to step up on behalf of Democratic values
Instead, she has stalled tribal sovereignty; largely ignored the plight of asylum seekers, and failed to stand up for LGBTQ+ young people.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Gov. Mills’ opposition halts tribal sovereignty bill
The Legislature adjourns without funding the legislation, though it’s possible leadership could call another session before lawmakers reconvene May 9 to take up vetoes.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Sports betting bill is a win for the tribes in Maine
L.D. 1352 will provide the Wabanaki with greater economic opportunity, generate more revenue for the state and offer Mainers a more competitive regulated sports wagering industry.
Posted inLocal & State
Biddeford group to erect statue to acknowledge pain inflicted on Maine tribes
It will depict Sachem Squando of the Saco Tribe, whose son was drowned by English sailors in 1675.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Maine needs more competition in gambling
A sports betting monopoly for the Wabanaki tribes would be a bad deal for everyone.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine should recognize inherent rights of Wabanaki tribes
Tribal sovereignty was bargained away unfairly more than 40 years ago, and the Indigenous people in the state continue to suffer for it.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: People of faith urge legislators, Gov. Mills to support tribal sovereignty
L.D. 1626 is a necessary part of seeking reconciliation with the people of the Dawnland.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Mills should stress action, not words, in committing to tribal sovereignty
The Maine governor’s latest Indigenous Peoples’ Day message highlighted incremental fixes that don’t effect systemic change.