KA> I am curious as to people's feelings and thoughts 
 KA> regarding tribes that are 
 KA> recognized by the state only. Surely we are all aware 
 KA> of the dubious nature of
 KA> some of these, but in general; a positive step toward 
 KA> full recognition, or a 
 KA> muddying of an already unclear political situation?
 KA> I understand that the controversial (and somewhat questionable) Georgia 
 KA> Cherokee Confederacy, one of several state-recognized 
 KA> Cherokee tribes, has 
 KA> applied for federal recognition. They've probably done it numerous times 
 KA> before, as have hundreds of other groups.
 KA> Anyone have thoughts on this?
IF you wouldn't mind.....And Ray can support me on this....I hve no problems 
in discussing any issues, as long as I understand them.  Maybe you could 
enlighten me as to what you mean and what this is all about.  I don't get to 
watch the news or read a paper too often, but I am sure that you can give an 
adequate assessment of the situation or if there is anything in error, 
someone will help in making it right.
Newman
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