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By Latoya Lonelodge inmate holding and public lobby areas. Phase Despite the gust of powerful winds, the The Justice Center will include additional Staff Reporter II of the project will design and construct the building stood strong and tall with the Okla- rooms and judicial offices to provide services social services office component of the facili- homa state design embedded on the front of for the general public. Strategically plowing dirt, moving metal ty and house domestic violence, Indian Child the building. “There are rooms for services, judges and and constructing brick go a long way as the Welfare, substance abuse and juvenile ser- The focus of the day’s walk-through was the attorney general as well as rooms for the new Justice Center is making headway in vice offices. Phase III will design, document centralized on the makeup of the courtroom general public to come and access services Concho, Okla. and construct enlarged inmate court holding, and accessibility, and meet with staff accordingly, the building On June 16 the wind was strong and dirt law enforcement office, evidence storage and “Today was the first day that I met with the is progressing amazingly in terms of how swirled the ground as many gathered at the an additional separate holding for males, fe- judges, they had quite a few questions. I had quickly it’s going up,” Zimmershied said. construction site just southwest of the Con- males and juveniles. to spend a lot of time walking them through, With construction of the project advanc- cho Post Office to do a walk-through of the Architect Jay Zimmerschied commented they wanted to know how they would oper- ing daily, the anticipated completion date is projected Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribal Jus- on how the project is progressing, “The prog- ate and access the courtroom and how all the set for November 2017. tice Center that first broke ground in Novem- ress is moving fast, what we have planned different pieces touch the courtroom, like the The $2.1 million Justice Center is a Cate- ber 2016. is a circular court for the tribal courtroom jury, the judge, those being brought to court gory I Planning grant from the U.S. Depart- According to Zimmershied Architecture, where the original design is based on a sweat and how to operate. They seemed very hap- ment of Justice (DOJ) to complete a Correc- Phase I of the project includes a circular trib- lodge, the building covers just under 10,000 py over the arrangement and how they would tional Facility Comprehensive Master Plan. al courtroom, court services, judicial offices, square feet.” function in the facility,” Zimmershied said.

Cheyenne/Arapaho artist planning all Native nude art exhibit for OKC Native American Body of Art opens July 7 during Paseo Arts District’s first Friday Art Walk

By Lisa Hicks Snell that mentality that thinks that Native Oklahoma Magazine way. Now is the time to start talking about those issues and It’s been in the back of opening those doors,” he says. his mind for 17 years. The A Facebook post prompted painting that didn’t sell. Learned to start questioning why “It was a piece with two wom- artists never depict Native Amer- en sitting there. They were icans in the nude and he asked bare-breasted, sitting in a chair,” his friends what they thought. says Brent Learned, Cheyenne “You’ve been to a lot of muse- and Arapaho, of his first nude art ums. Have you ever seen Native piece. Americans depicted that way? Learned was doing a show “Did you ever question your- in Wichita, Kansas, when the self, why? painting caught the eye of the “We didn’t either,” he says. Mid-America All-Indian Cen- “I look at it as, as Native ter’s museum director. The di- Americans, we’ve never really rector wanted to purchase the had a renaissance when it comes piece for the museum’s collec- to art. You look at all the cultures tion but needed approval from around the world - they all had a the head of the museum board. renaissance when it came to art, She refused. especially Europeans. You see a “She was there. She came up. lot of nude work from the mas- She looked at it and goes, ‘No, ters,” he said. we’re not going to purchase this In response to results from piece,’” Learned said. his informal poll, he asked some In disbelief, he asked why. artists whose work he admires to “‘Well, sir, we’re a museum – this join him in creating an exhibit - is a nude. It’s not going to mix.’” Native American Body of Art. Learned pointed out the museum “The title alone tells you what next door was showing an ex- it is going to be. I think it’s going hibition of nude works by Peter to be one of those shows that’s Paul Rubens, one of the most going to be groundbreaking and famous European artists of the people are going to come just to Baroque era. see people from different tribes “And she was like, ‘Well, express themselves in a way Native American Body of Art will officially we have kids that come to that’s never been done before,” open during the Paseo Arts District’s First Fri- this museum.’” Learned said. Learned says. day Gallery Art Walk, July 7, at the Shakespeare He’s still baffled by getting that “A lot of people think that in the Park Gallery, 2920 Paseo, Oklahoma response, yet not surprised. nude art among Native Ameri- City. Featured artists include Brent Learned “We just happen to be in cans is taboo and whatnot. But and George Levi. the Bible Belt, where you we’ve never had a chance to re- (Photos / Lisa Hicks Snell) have that kind of thinking – ally showcase that.” Exhibit / pg. 9 PAGE 2 Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribal Tribune Tsistsistas & Hinonoei Education becomes the weapon of choice for Vietnam combat veteran By Rosemary Stephens tombstone in Canton at the cemetery, Editor-in-Chief that’s all it says, as well as all the books … Chief Lime.” Rarely will you see Jerry Surveyor without his black He said his grandfather was of- hat portraying a Purple Heart symbol upon his head. But fered a Chief’s position, “but he he will remove it long enough to explain the symbolism. refused because he understood the “This is a rifle with a wreath, meaning I have been in awesome responsibility of the chief combat … it has to have the wreath, this symbol means I and the chief’s responsibility to the got shot and this one says I was an Airborne Paratrooper. people in the traditional sense. His I wear it all the time … it’s just a symbol,” he said as he first wife was from the Standing placed his hat back on top of his head. Wolf family, she passed in 1938 And symbols are a part of Native Americans and the and he then married Mae Bates and Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes are very much into sym- that union remained until they both bols, he said, “But many of the younger generations passed. My grandmother on the don’t understand the symbols, but other military people Cheyenne side came from the Hill do, so I don’t have to say anything … they see my hat family. The Cheyenne portion was and they know.” all from the Fonda area, which is dis- What people may not know is Surveyor was awarded tinct from the Seiling or Canton area, several medals during his time as a combat warrior in and my grandfather on the Arapaho the Vietnam War era, including the Air Medal 44, given side came from the Carlton area,” only to those who served in a minimum of 44 combat Surveyor said. missions and a rarity for a combat infantry soldier to Living among both his father’s receive one. Or after the military said he could go home family and mother’s family Surveyor … he volunteered to stay. Or what stands out the most learned both distinct cultures, ways, about Surveyor is the deep humility that emanates from beliefs, ideas and language. him in every word he speaks and gesture he makes. “I remember, in both languages, Pointing to a beautiful Purple Heart medal snuggled sit down and eat,” he said laughing. in its original container, Surveyor said, “This one was Surveyor went to high school in awarded Feb. 9, 1968 … between 4 a.m. – 6 a.m., which Canton up to the ninth grade, when is the last time I was shot and had 34 puncture wounds. he transferred to the mission school This one was the one that put me in the hospital for a in Ganado, Ariz., and graduated at year.” the age of 16. Combat veterans in Vietnam were a very small group “In the beginning it was lonely, a he said when you think about there was over nine mil- little isolation, but there was a stu- lion Americans, men and women, who were there from dent body of about 380, and there 1964 to 1973, “but in the microanalysis only 15 percent was one other Cheyenne, Arapaho of that nine million actually served in combat on the tribal member who went there, Pa- front lines, which theoretically front lines didn’t exist tricia Fletcher. And my dorm mother … and the rest were support people supporting that 15 was Cheyenne from Watonga. I got accustomed to the percent.” environment,” Surveyor said. And analysis/research is Surveyor’s passion. Earning The school was a Christian type of educational insti- his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of tution where he studied the Bible everyday and wrote New Mexico, he has spent many years studying, learn- papers about various chapters of books in the Bible. ing, and absorbing every bit of knowledge on a multi- After graduating, Surveyor yearned to join the mili- tude of topics, much like a sponge absorbing water. It is tary like his father before him, so at 17 years old, with his passion and a life-long journey of not only gaining his mother’s approval he enlisted. knowledge, but also putting “My father had been a part of that knowledge to use in every the 101st Airborne in World War II area of business and life. I have no regrets, to regret and was at Bastogne during World Born July 16, 1948 at the “ Ward II. If you understand military Clinton Indian Hospital in is just added baggage of what history, that was a pivoting point Clinton, Okla., he said he could have, should have, would and held by 125 Airborne Rang- grew up poor, but kind of have been. Ifs don’t exist … you ers,” Surveyor said. chuckled and said, “You don’t face reality. He completed basic training in miss what you never had and Texas and his airborne/parachuting it was a happy time for me.” training in Ft. Gordon, Georgia be- He grew up along Canton Lake where he fished and fore being assigned to the 82nd Airborne in Ft. Bragg, walked the beaches all summer long in shorts, barefoot- N.C. The Vietnam War had broken out in 1964. Survey- ed and shirtless. He ate a lot of fish, though didn’t know or would be sent to Vietnam in 1967 with the 101st Air- it was so healthy for him at the time. borne Division as a complete divisional unit. “A lot of commodity programs didn’t exist back then “In reality we (U.S.) had been there since 1954 when so we ate a lot of fish, squirrels and if you had flour, salt, the French were defeated and they left Vietnam. At that sugar, potatoes and beans you were on top of the world point the U.S. military advisers came in … in support of … it was a good time,” Surveyor smiled remembering the South Vietnamese, but it’s generally recognized as sunny days of his childhood. initiating in 1964 through 1973,” Surveyor said. Knowing no one is ever prepared for a war envi- Reflecting on his family, he briefly went through At 18 years old Surveyor found himself right in the ronment or ever prepared to see death in front of them, some of his family history. middle of a war that would be labeled as one of the most nonetheless the extensive training he went through as an “My father was Elmer Charles Surveyor Sr., Chey- controversial wars fought. 11 Delta attempted to prepare the young combat warrior enne, my mother is Phoebe Elizabeth Lime, Arapaho. “I was wounded several times in the various mis- for what he was about to experience. My father’s mother was Maude Walking Woman Sur- sions I went on … the last critical wound I got was “You’re given a lot of training normal military per- veyor married to Felix Roman Nose Surveyor. Felix’s Feb. 9, 1968, and from that point transitioned through sonnel don’t get, special ops, reconnaissance scout para- father was Roman Nose Thunder and his father was several hospitals including in Okinawa and Yokoha- chuting, logistics and exposure to combat situations, named just Roman Nose or Crooked Nose. Of course he ma Japan. I would look out my window everyday and but no one is ever prepared for war. No one at any age, was killed around 1865 prior to Sand Creek Massacre see Mount Fuji, but that was my extent of my experi- any gender, any level of knowledge or education. It’s a and he was a warrior priest. My mother, her father was ence in Japan … a window and a bed,” Surveyor said, world in and of itself and no one can relate to that unless Morris Lime and his father was just Chief Lime. His letting his sense of humor shine through. you have been a part of it,” he said. Coping meant a ‘dying of the Veteran / pg. 6

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2017Below are ‘Declarations Gov/Lt.of Candidacy’ submitted to the mary Election.Gov An attempt was madecandidates to procure photos for all published in the July 15 Tribal Tribune. Election Commission by the 2017 preliminary Governor/Lt. candidates, however, some were not available. All Legisla- All candidates are invited to submit photos/bios/platforms Governor candidates for the 2017 Cheyenne and Arapaho Pri- tive candidates and Election Commission candidates will be for upcoming issues of the Tribal Tribune. Governor/Lt. Governor Governor/Lt. Governor Eddie Hamilton (incumbent) and Nicholas Barton Governor/Lt.Jennifer Plummer and Governor Albert Old Crow Roberta Hamilton and Debra Woolworth I, Rollin “Eddie” Hamil- I decided to file my candida- I’m Roberta “Bobbie” White ton, am running for Governor, cy for Governor because I think Thunder Hamilton of El Reno, alongside of Nick Barton as the the Tribes can succeed best with Oklahoma. My Indian Name Lt. Governor, to continue the community, hope, optimism and is Oh’zhem’heh’, which was opportunity to better the lives of dynamism. I hope the change passed traditionally to me from our tribal members by commit- I bring to the members of the my paternal Aunt, the late Lil- ting to the following: Tribes will bring us all togeth- lian White Thunder. My par- Diversify revenue sources er and Tribes can return to be- ents were the late Robert and through economic development; ing a nation that it once was in Ida (Blackman) White Thunder. Create job opportunities for the eyes of our people through I was raised in Watonga and our tribal members; constitutional fairness and just Geary, Oklahoma. My pater- Increase better health facili- compliance. nal grandfather Edward White ties/care; Improving our economic sta- Thunder was a Cheyenne Chief. Continue to improve stabili- bility and growth, giving hope My maternal grandfather John Blackman was an Arapaho ty for our GREAT NATION. to our struggling families in mine where our Tribes, casi- continue to carry forward as Chief. I was raised traditionally These are just a few of the poverty with job opportunities nos included, exists financially. goals and promises I want to Governor. by my grandmother Jane Black- through economic enterprise changes for presentation to the Second, I will evaluate positions burn and Great Grandmother lives are goals I am striving for Tribal Council for decision; within the Tribes’ programs and My name is Nicolas Barton Virginia Big Foot. I am the as Governor. I have the lead- 3. Establish and Advisory casinos to ensure these positions and I was born, raised, and cur- mother of seven sons and two ership skills needed to succeed Board; on checks and balances are open to tribal members first. rently reside in Clinton, Okla. I daughters. I am the grandmother for tribal re-organizational focus and separation of powers of the Third, I will ensure our children, am filing my candidacy for Lt. of 12 grandchildren. I graduat- and the objective goal to create branches of government; Elders and Veterans are ser- Governor of the Cheyenne and ed from Watonga High School an effective and efficient gov- 4. Establish an Advisory vices. My goal is to move our Arapaho tribes with incumbent in 1977, obtained my Associate ernment that serves the needs of Board (oversight) of tribal tradi- Tribes forward culturally and Gov. Eddie Hamilton. I believe Degree in Nursing in 1994 and the Cheyenne and Arapaho peo- tionalist and leaders to the Exec- economically. I truly believe that working together to create obtained my Bachelor’s Degree ple. My time and energy will be utive branch; in surrounding this Administra- a sustainable and prosperous in Nursing in 2001. I have 23 directed in helping the Tribes to 5. Casino’s and Enter- tion with Tribal Members who Cheyenne and Arapaho Trib- years nursing experience with be successful by making con- prise assessments to determine possess the expertise to move al Government for the people, the federal government, as well nections, giving feedback, and growth and accountability; our tribes into the future. Uni- and by the people will help our as the private sector. My expe- providing the resources needed (a) Develop training fication of tribal members is Nation endure any test of sover- rience includes program man- to succeed. I am an entrepreneur program for tribal members at necessary to bring our Tribes’ eignty. agement, budget formulation, and business owner and have all levels of the Casinos and En- together and support this Ad- program and budget audits, as had the responsibility of being terprises. ministration. Tribal members well as supervisory experience. a leader and understand the de- 6. Aggressive Economic de- will have a voice with this Ad- My priorities as Governor cisions necessary to change for velopment projects for the tribes ministration. Open communica- are to, first, perform program Governor/Lt. Governor the better tribal government. and tribal members in private tion and sharing of information Reggie Wassana and Gilbert Miles and financial audits to deter- The following are the chang- business; is necessary for positive change. I, Reggie Wassana, declare es needed to better our tribal 7. Industry trades training my candidacy for Governor El Reno Jr College in 1987 and government in serving our peo- for tribal members; of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Bachelor’s degree in Sociology ple: 8. Enforce Constitutional Tribes. from UCO in 1994. 1. Annual Budget com- compliance, tribal laws and pol- To promote and enhance the I started working with the pliance accountability, sev- icies of the tribes; tribal culture and ceremonial tribe in 1993 in ICW. My work en-month process with all 9. Fill current boards and ways; experience includes Social Ser- branches of government partic- commissions that have unfilled To assist elders and all trib- vices, Grants and Contracts, ipation; position, and provide training al members with a better living Elder Care, Tribal Enrollment 2. Establish a Constitutional on the duties, functions and re- structure; and Voc Rehab. I also worked Commission to review chang- sponsibilities to the members; To promote better health with OK DHS in child welfare es to the constitution with rec- 10. Assess the funding lev- services and programs for tribal for 5 yrs. As your Lt. Governor, ommendation and suggested els of tribal programs for suc- members; I believe Roberta and I can truly cess. Example: ICW Program. To build and promote tribal make a positive change for the economic growth; Alcohol and drug abuse, Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribes. To promote education and To have sobriety meetings This means no more withhold- language; structure and organization for available in every community. ing pertinent information from To bring the tribe to a better better growth and positive atti- Albert Old Crow Random drug screens for all the people. I will strive to make tudes within the tribes. tribal employees, with the elect- My Name is Debra Wool- that happen with regular reports ed officials to be included in this and financial audits. The people I, Gilbert Miles am running worth. I’m originally from pool Geary, grew up and went to will have a true voice and ad- for Lt. Governor. Community activities to take vocate in us. Our tribal affairs Bring a business approach to school in El Reno. My parents My name is Albert Old Crow place in each district; are Ruth (Clark) and Lavern must change for current and fu- the tribes; and I am declaring my candida- Target each district, once a ture generations to prevent our Expand the tribes interest; Woolworth, paternal Grandpar- cy for the Lt. Governor position. month for an activity-combin- ents, Susie (Brooks) and Charles demise. No more outside influ- Be more innovative with the I believe my work and life ex- ing C1 & A1 districts, C2 & A2 ences, whether from attorneys advantages the tribes have; Woolworth and maternal grand- perience can be used to make districts and so on. Something parents, Flora (Packer) and Ben or whomever is making our vital Take a more aggressive look a difference in the day-to-day as simple as a potluck meal to decisions for us. at the tribes land base; Clark II. I have one son and operation of the tribal business. have fellowship & discuss tribal two daughters, as well as nine We can’t make this positive Be progressive with the tribes My goals to strive for: concerns; change without your help, ex- mineral interest; grandchildren. I obtained my Seek an audit for all tribal Seek and locate monies A.A. Degree in Sociology from pertise and encouragement. Work towards making the programs and casinos ASAP; available to the tribe; tribes respected statewide and To establish an inventory of Government grants nationwide. what we have to work with, Projected business endeav- Weekly department review ors Primary Election until such time that it can be on Securing monies owed to the 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 3 Governor/Lt. Governor a monthly basis, tribe by individuals convicted of Jeanine Seger and Darrell Flyingman Verify needs and assessment, embezzling. General Election My name is Jeanine Seger. The tribes have numerous 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 3 important issues that require Governor/Lt. Governor adequate attention. A lot of fo- Adrian S. Prairie Chief and Don Nowlin cus has been on the financial or able to see firsthand the needs of would also look into getting a Lt. Governor of the Cheyenne monetary matters of the tribes Adrian our tribal children. Since 2014 Christmas bonus for the elders and Arapaho Tribes. I currently while neglecting other busi- Prairie I have been employed with our so they may provide a meal and reside in Clinton, Okla., at the ness. My concern is for the Clinton Lucky Star casino. This gifts for their grandchildren. Independent Living Center. I most vulnerable of the tribe’s Chief and opportunity has given me in- I also want to move our tribes have a Bachelor’s Degree in Or- population: Our youth, espe- sight to National Indian Gaming forward and grow together as a ganizational Leadership Studies cially those in the child welfare Don Nowlin Commission regulations as well nation and leave the past behind. from Southern Nazarene Uni- arena. The lack of resources to as the Cheyenne and Arapaho Ensure expansion to our Clinton versity. combat or alleviate the issues My name is Adrian Shaun gaming ordinances. With the and Concho gaming facilities, Past employment of fifteen these families and their children Prairie Chief and I am from obtained opportunities and ex- such as hotels or new facilities. years involves working natural face is why I choose to run for Clinton, Okla. My wife and I perience, I would like to further Ensure there is a forensic audit gas with OG&E as well as oth- office. More attention needs to have been married for 13 years assist our tribal children and our conducted on all Lucky Star Ca- er large companies. My current be highlighted and prioritized to and we have one son. My moth- elders. sinos. Ensure there is a forensic employer is deli cashier with the children and families. er’s name is Annabelle Prairie My goals are to ensure an audit done on all departments Lucky Star Casino located in Also, the tribe’s government lize, policies need to be updated, Chief and the father that raised increase with higher education within the Cheyenne and Arap- Clinton, Oklahoma. is in dire need of restructure and formulated and /or developed. me is Anthony Gold. My grand- grants for tribal members. I aho tribes. I would ensure there Goals: organization. In order to stabi- These are the reasons for my mother’s name is Goldie Washa would also like to look into rais- would be updates on all policy Achieve tribal unity and so- candidacy. and my grandfather was the late ing the gaming per capita per- and procedures from the tribal cial economic development. George Edward Prairie Chief Sr. cent to 50 percent of the gaming side to the casino side. Ensure Achieve financial stability I have acquired a Bachelor of revenue. Ensure all tribal mem- that tribal members come first in all areas of administration as Arts degree in 2004 from South- bers and past tribal employees when getting a job promotion. well as all Cheyenne and Arap- I, Darrell Flyingman, do western Oklahoma State Uni- have the opportunity to regain Ensure all casino properties are aho business ventures present hereby apply for Lt Governor versity and majored in criminal employment within our casinos in compliance with NIGC regu- and future. for the Cheyenne and Arapaho justice. After graduation I had and tribes. I would like to pro- lations. Ensure gaming revenue Honoring all promises ver- Tribes of Oklahoma. the opportunity to work with our mote more activities for our trib- is being allocated accordingly to bally, tribally and signed agree- tribes from 2005 to 2014. al children and look into raising the tribes. ments. My first position was within the school clothing vouchers. DON NOWLIN the Indian Child Welfare pro- Ensure more activities for our My name is Don. R. Nowlin, gram. Within this position I was tribal elders and elder trips. I I am declaring my candidacy for Continued on pg. 4

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Governor/Lt.Dr. Henrietta Mann and Governor Alden Whiteman Governor/Lt.Dr. Funston Whiteman Governorand Chris Derenzo Governor/Lt.Hershel Gorham and Governor Teresa Dorsett Dr. Henrietta Mann is a full- My name is Dr. Funston Hershel Gorham blood Cheyenne and her Chey- Whiteman and I am seeking I am humbled to be able to enne name translates into En- to serve as your Governor of run for Governor of the Chey- glish as “Prayer Woman.” She the Cheyenne and Arapaho enne and Arapaho Tribes. Since is the daughter of “Horse Road” Tribes. Mr. Chris Derenzo is the days of my youth, I have al- Henry Mann, Sr. and “Day also seeking to serve as your ways worked for and on behalf Woman” Lenora Wolftongue Lt. Governor. My parents are of our Indian people. It brings Mann. Her paternal grandpar- Nathaniel ‘Sankie’ and Patricia our team great pleasure to have ents are “Spotted Horse” Fred Whiteman of Seiling, Okla. My the opportunity to serve all of Mann and Lucy White Bear, and Paternal grandparents are the our Cheyenne and Arapaho peo- her maternal grandparents are late George and Ida Mae Bull- ple once again in a leadership “Deer” Elmer Wolftongue and coming Whiteman. My Chey- capacity. Bertha Powder Face. I believe enne name is after my late great I was born in Watonga and my education and my prior ex- where the people put down their grandfather Bullcoming Up. I grew up in the Geary and El perience on the Business Com- spiritual roots. It is the place am currently married to Mrs. Reno communities. I graduat- mittee for the tribes, as well as that they have the responsibility Alicia Whiteman and we have ed from El Reno High School my experience working for the to protect for those unborn gen- three children: Ethan, Ella, and in 1986. After high school, I manage a large staff and work U.S. Federal Government di- erations. Esme Whiteman. attended college and graduated with and manage budgets that recting the BIA Office of Indian These candidates— I served in the US Marines for our people. from the University of Okla- we received from federal grants Education Programs and as a Respect and love the Chey- from 1996-2000. I attained Accountability: I will es- homa with a Bachelor of Arts and contracts. In 2002, I joined department head at the universi- enne and Arapaho people and the rank of Sergeant and I was tablish accountability for our degree in 1992 and from East the Army National Guard and ty level for some three decades their traditions which are their honorably discharged. I was sta- tribal government departments. Central University with a Mas- completed my basic training at will bring stability in self-gov- source of cultural strength and tioned at Camp Lejeune, N.C. Fiscal accountability is vital for ter of Science degree in Hu- Ft Benning, Georgia and then ernance and education to the resiliency, and which must be While in the Marines, I served our success. Incentives must be man Resources (Counseling) in went onto complete my Of- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes. honored and protected for all the and/or visited 15 different coun- built-in to encourage effective- 1995. I returned to school to ficers Candidate School at Ft Platform and Goals future generations. tries. I served at sea for over a ness and efficiency among our attend law school and graduated McClellan, Alabama. In 2005, Centuries ago, the Cheyenne These candidates— year on the USS Whidbey Island various tribal departments. from Oklahoma City University I was accepted into the Health and Arapaho Tribes forged a Believe that integrity, ac- and USS Pensacola. Human Resources: I will School of Law with my Juris and Human Services (IHS) strong alliance in the shadows countability, competence, and After my military service, I with our Executive Office to Doctor Degree in 2016. My fo- Emerging Leaders Program in of the sacred Black Hills as they responsible stewardship, espe- attended and graduated with an provide more effective Human cus in law school was on tribal Rockville, Maryland. I spent journeyed south out of the State cially at overseeing finances and Associates’ of Arts degree in Resources for our tribal gov- and federal Indian Law and I the next 8 years at IHS working of South Dakota through Wyo- income are at the heart of effec- Secondary Education from Rose ernment and casino enterprises. obtained a Certificate in Indi- in a variety of positions in the ming, Colorado, Kansas, finally tive tribal government. State College in Midwest City, We must establish a better HR an Law in addition to my Juris Office of management Services, settling in Oklahoma. They each These candidates— Okla. I also formally graduated to support our tribal employees Doctor degree. Some of the Division of Regulatory Affairs, carried with them their unique, Recognize the peoples’ ca- with a Bachelor of Arts degree and encourage our tribal mem- Indian law classes I took while and improving Patient Care pro- traditional forms of govern- pacity to endure changing envi- in Teaching History from the bers to ‘want’ to work for our in law school included Indian gram. During my IHS service, ment, as well as their traditional ronmental influences, primarily University of Utah, a Master’s people. Gaming Law, Indian Health I was deployed with my Army ecological knowledge systems, the result of forward generation- of Education degree in Edu- Fairness and Equity: As your Law, Federal Indian Law, Tribal National Guard Military Police which today continue to stand as al thinking and that they will cational Leadership from the Governor, I fully know and un- Law, Water Law, Tribal Busi- company to Iraq in 2007/2008. beacons of cultural identity. On continue to confront the future University of Oklahoma, and a derstand the difference between ness Research and the Indian In 2012, I accepted a position April 4, 2006 the people ratified challenge of sustainability and terminal Doctor of Education fairness and equity. I will use Wills Clinic. My mother is the within IHS at the office of the the Constitution of the Tsistsisi- must consider access to food, degree in Educational Lead- fairness and equity to provide a late Ruby Lamebull Friday Gor- Area Director in Bemidji, Min- tas—Hinonoei. shelter, healthcare, energy, and ership from the University of better tribal government for all ham and my grandmother is the nesota working directly with Honor the Constitution, economic development. Oklahoma. our families. This understanding late Pearl Friday Lamebull. My both Direct Service Tribes as C&A history, identity, and tra- These candidates— As your Governor, I will fo- will allow me to provide better father is William Gorham and well as Title I and Title V Self ditional ecological knowledge Want to work with you as the cus on the following initiatives: services for our communities. he currently resides in Georgia. Governance tribes. I left federal systems of the people. They are people to create a vision for us Leadership: I believe leader- I want to say “haho” for I am a descendant of the Peace civil service in 2013 to attend both committed to honoring this and for our future generations ship is critical for our tribal gov- your time and support. I am the Chief Friday. law school. After graduating tribal past and to helping shape to build a better way of life that ernment. I believe in empower- best candidate to serve as your My career started right here from law school and passing a better future for the Tsistsisi- will grow and sustain our lan- ing our employees to become Governor for the Cheyenne and with the Cheyenne and Arap- the bar exam, I went to work for tas (Cheyenne) and Hinonoei guages, cultures, tribal stories, better supervisors and managers Arapaho Tribes. I was home aho Tribes in 1992 working in Legal Aid Services of Oklaho- (Arapaho). Our territory rep- education, land resources, and for our tribes. In this process, I grown among our Cheyenne and our Indian Child Welfare pro- ma as an attorney. My work fo- resents the beloved homelands casinos. believe education is the pathway Arapaho people. I know what gram. I served as both a Case- cused on helping Veterans with to achieve effective leadership we value as tribal members. worker and Coordinator to our Washee (Cheyenne). His father civil issues, family law issues, ICW Program. I then worked is Alfred Whiteman Jr., United estate planning, expungements working conditions for our out- for the Cheyenne and Arapaho States Navy Korean War veter- and Veterans benefits claims. In standing casino employees. Tribes in our Substance Abuse an. Alden’s father and grandfa- December 2016, I was appoint- If elected Lt. Governor, oth- Program as a Family/Youth ther were each members of the ed and confirmed as a Gaming er areas I would like to focus on Counselor. I had the oppor- Cheyenne and Arapaho Busi- Commissioner for the Cheyenne include: tunity to work with our tribal ness Committee. His mother is and Arapaho Tribes. Currently, Education youth all across our service area Henrietta Mann, Ph.D. I am taking graduate level night I believe education is the key providing life skills and lead- Platform and Goals classes and will receive my to our long-term success and ership training. After a couple These candidates— Masters in Business Administra- would like to develop ways to of years, I accepted the position Respect and love the Chey- tion degree in December 2017 increase graduation rates and of Tribal Health Director, Later, enne and Arapaho people and from Oklahoma City University. improve access to higher edu- I went to work for the Sac and their traditions, which are their My running mate and I have cation for every tribal member Fox Nation Housing Authority source of cultural strength and started and will continue to run who is interested. running their Drug Elimination resiliency and must be honored a positive campaign that is fo- Substance Abuse Program in the Shawnee and and protected for all the future cused on our people and tribal I’ve witnessed first hand Cushing communities. After generations. communities. We hear our peo- Alden Whiteman is the how addiction can destroy fam- working for several other tribes, These candidates— ple and we see the needs of all Great-Grandson of Anna Little ilies and feel our tribes can do I returned back to the Chey- Believe that integrity, ac- of our people. We will not only Raven, the daughter of Arap- more to increase access to treat- enne and Arapaho Tribes and countability, competence and My name is Chris Deren- identify the problems but we aho Chief Little Raven, the ment to those in need. worked in our former Business responsible stewardship, espe- zo. I am seeking the office of will offer solutions to the prob- daughter he allowed to attend Indian Child Welfare Managers office. During this cially at overseeing finances and Lt. Governor with Dr. Funston lems. We will work with the oth- Carlisle Indian Industrial Train- As both a foster parent and time, I had the opportunity to income are at the heart of effec- Whiteman as governor. er three tribal branches face to ing School. Chief Little Raven adoptive parent, I understand work directly with our Business tive tribal government. I am the son of Catherine face and work out our tribal dif- negotiated the treaties of Fort how important it is for our chil- Committee members. In 1999, These candidates— and Vincent Derenzo, the grand- ferences and issues. Face to face Wise, The Little Arakansas and dren to be able to grow up in a I accepted a position with the Want to work with you as son of Josephine Yelloweyes discussions are much more pro- the Treaty of Medicine Lodge safe and loving environment Jicarilla Apache Tribe in New people to create a vision for us and Philip Morlan and the ductive, beneficial and positive for the Kiowa, Comanche, and I would like to see this pro- Mexico working for a National and for our future generations great-grandson of Cheyenne for our Cheyenne and Arapaho Plains Apache and Cheyenne gram become a priority for our American Indian/Alaska Native to build a better way of life that Chief Joseph Yelloweyes. I am people. We will continue to fo- and Arapaho Tribes. His grand- tribes. Suicide Prevention Program. will grow and sustain our lan- married to Sonya Derenzo, who cus our efforts on a strong econ- father is Alfred Whiteman, Sr. Communication In 2001, I then moved down guages, cultures, tribal stories, is the daughter of Donna Jean omy, strong families, strong a World War I veteran, who I believe good communi- to the Albuquerque area and education, land resources and Island and Raymond Tasso. To- communities, and strong tradi- married Nellie “Emily” Rouse cation between all branches of worked on the Jemez Pueblo casinos. gether we are raising five of our tion. We look forward to bring- our government is the key to reservation running a multiple grandchildren, Christiana, Abel, ing our experience and strong unifying our people and ending site after school program. All Selene, Ava and Elijah and re- leadership to our people. We the mistrust that has overtaken of my jobs working for tribes side in El Reno, Okla. are strong and we are still here! us. I vow to listen to what each I earned my bachelor’s de- provided me the opportunity to branch has to say. gree from the Ohio State Uni- Accountability all of our tribal members. versity in Columbus, Ohio. I I would like to see month- I know I can help bring pos- have been with Lucky Star Casi- ly meetings with the Executive itive, inclusive leadership to nos for nearly 15 years and have JAN $ 2,933,004.04 $ 3,094,533.10 Branch, Legislature, Tribal the tribes. I have worked under held several positions from an Council Coordinator and Casino 3 different administrations in auditor to general manager and Management to review the casi- various capacities and know FEB 2,797,797.98 3,062,880.26 have become well respected in no financials so each branch of what the tribes needs are. Some the gaming industry. government can feel confident critical needs include communi- When I first started working MARCH 5,991,768.19 5,854,826.01 that our casinos are in good fi- cation, dialogue, team problem at Lucky Star in Concho, we had nancial health and are being run solving and vision. the premiere bingo hall in Okla- properly. I am aware of the critical APRIL 2,977,104.18 4,266,493.02 homa. Since then we haven’t In closing I would like to need to preserve the Tribal lan- seen the growth or progress that thank the Cheyenne and Arap- guages, culture and traditions. the other tribes around Oklaho- MAY 2,572,224,43 4,068,362.35 aho people for allowing me the I am confident in my run- ma have experienced. One of opportunity to run for the Lt. ning mate’s ability, passion and the primary reasons I’ve decid- Governor’s office and if elected, vision for the tribes. We share JUNE 3,432,516.23 ed to run for office was to be My name is Teresa Dorsett I look forward to the honor of the same vision of a prosperous able to utilize my gaming expe- and I am running as Lt. Gover- serving our tribes. and secure future for all. We are JULY 2,508,535.35 rience and knowledge to finally nor for the Cheyenne and Arapa- committed to a strong economy, update our casinos and improve ho Tribes. I am happy to join the strong families, strong commu- ticket with Mr. Hershel Gorham, nities and strong traditions. AUG 2,597,562.26 Governor candidate. We will serve all tribal mem- The reason I am running for bers, young and old, Cheyenne SEPT 3,265,443.17 Lt. Governor are simple: and Arapaho, to the best of our I care about our tribal mem- ability and with honor, dignity bers and am passionate about se- and respect. OCT 2,396,856.33 curing a better life and future for

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against all the oddsSubmitted article Ronnie Carpitcher is A few weeks after Car- an enrolled member of the pitcher began spring classes Cheyenne and Arapaho at Redlands, he experienced tribes, one-quarter Arap- a terrible incident when he aho, one-quarter Apache, was brutally attacked and one-quarter Seminole and physically beaten. He won’t one-quarter Creek. His last talk about it except to say name, Carpitcher, comes it was from his past. Some True story of from his father’s side, Sem- advised him to withdraw, inole and Creek. get well and continue his Carpitcher was incar- classes in the Fall term. He bravery and love cerated for many years and did not want to quit school. Submitted by George Woods was released February 2016. Carpitcher was insistent on A beautifully sculpted ing and arrived where her He said that during his in- continuing his education. wooden piece by John Three husband laid upon his horse. carceration he saw many Although he was physically Fingers, Northern Cheyenne She quickly grabbed him in bad things, which hurts him hurt, he met with Milligan depicts a true story of brav- her arms, shielding him with when he remembers those who advised him to speak ery as told by George Woods. her body. things but he remained with with his instructors and let “There was a battle go- All of a sudden the battle other Natives who helped them know what happened ing on between the Chey- stopped. The Cheyenne start- him through the years. and encouraged him to re- enne and a cavalry of sol- ed to war cry and cheer for “I wouldn’t be here to- main in classes. Milligan Ronnie Carpticher (r) is congratulated by Wanda diers, when in the mist of joy and the cavalry soldiers day if I wasn’t Indian first. I directed him to the offices Whiteman, Higer Education director for the Cheyenne & the battle a fallen Cheyenne started to applaud and cheer wouldn’t choose my path if I he needed to get approvals Arapaho tribes for finishing his college Spring term with hon- warrior was shot along with for the Cheyenne woman’s wasn’t a Native, if I wasn’t for short-term leave from ors against all obstacles. (Submitted photo) his horse. The warrior laid bravery and courage.” Indian,” Carpitcher said. school. Carpitcher took only survived Sand Creek by maintaining our survival as a upon his horse as a brave Woods desire was to share Carpticher said he prayed a few days off from school. hiding in an old stove oven. people. My goals are to keep Cheyenne woman took off this true story to remind ev- for his release from incar- As soon as he felt well Carpitcher was selected to the teachings of my mother, running in the middle of the eryone about the traditional ceration and that he had enough he was back in class- participate in the Sand Creek Chief Left Hand and Chief battle. Bullets flying by her ways of the Cheyenne. learned his lesson the first es. He completed the spring Run. Carpitcher and Frank- Little Raven, going through as she ran through the fight- day of his incarceration. term and received an award ie Cometsevah carried the education. By doing this, Even so he still had to com- from higher education for ‘staff’ when the run started. set an example for my fam- plete nine years of impris- his outstanding grade point There was not a Cheyenne ily, friends, tribal members onment. While incarcerated average at end of term. and Arapaho staff so they and Native Americans as a he read many books. He At school, Carpitch- carried the Northern Chey- whole. I am truly blessed to wanted to learn more about er liked how everyone got enne staff. Greg Spottedbird have the opportunities avail- his Arapaho tribe but there along together and they brought out a staff, made able to me that I do have. were not many books on the shared a strong bond, while specifically for the Southern With a degree/degrees I will Arapaho so he read books still holding each one’s per- Cheyenne and Arapaho run- be prepared to find a -suc on the Cheyenne tribe and sonal interests ners to carry. Upon arrival cessful and positive career the Sioux tribe. Some Sioux “Everyone had been so at the cemetery in Denver, in life. Ha hou,” Carpitcher books made mention of the friendly to me with only a prayers and blessings were said. Cheyenne in their books. few negative people. Troy spoken and a short ceremo- Carpticher often attends Carpitcher said he felt in Milligan and the Cheyenne ny was held, then the runners the El Reno Indian Baptist his heart he wanted to get and Arapaho Higher Educa- continued on to downtown Church and attends danc- an education. As he talked tion Program have provid- Denver. The younger run- es and powwows when he about his education, he com- ed encouragement which, ners took turns carrying the can. He participates in gourd pared it as to taking a ‘vow.’ otherwise, I might not have staff into their final run. Car- dancing. This summer he He had committed to himself wanted to continue my edu- pitcher said the run was very will assist the family of his completing his education to cation,” Carpitcher said. spiritual. When he got tired fiancé at the Cheyenne Sun Did you know? Old Debts (Zombie A simple letter can stop attain a degree. He was de- He stated he strives for or had difficulties when run- Dance ceremony held in Debt) the lawsuit from going any termined to be successful. sobriety. Although he has it ning, he would sing songs, Seiling, Okla. He said he Some creditors use many further. During the Fall of 2016, under control, he considers which he said gave him will assist where he is need- tactics to bring old debts, Check your credit report Carpitcher began his enroll- that, “it’s a weakness, a back continued strength and mo- ed and is looking forward to or zombie debts back to life yearly. You can do this FREE ment process through Red- step that is not necessary. I tivation. Afterwards, some learning more about Chey- and into the light. Many of on www.annualcreditreport. lands Community College want to get over it (alcohol) runners told him his singing enne ways. these creditors buy old debts com. (Tip: Since you can get (RCC) in El Reno, Okla. He because I know I am a stron- encouraged them as they ‘Follow your heart’ is for pennies on the dollar and one free credit report from visited the Cheyenne and ger person without it.” ran. Some girls cried as they what Carpitcher lives by. then attempt to collect the each of the three bureaus Arapaho Higher Education In November of 2016, remembered what happened He’s said he is proud to be debt even though the debts yearly, only get one at a time. Program for advisement and Carpitcher heard about the to their ancestors. He said he a member of the Cheyenne are barred by the statute of Get one in January, June to begin the scholarship ap- plans for the ‘Sand Creek would like to make the Sand and Arapaho tribes. His fian- limitations, have been dis- and October). Check for old plication. Carpitcher com- Run’ to Colorado that was Creek Run again this year. cé is Cheyenne, Kiowa and charged by bankruptcy, have debts that have been re-age pleted the necessary financial about to happen. He was He recalled that Karen Lit- Arapaho and she is a student been paid in full. and/or challenge debts that aid/admission applications encouraged by his relative, tle Coyote was very helpful at Redlands also. One of the debt collectors are on there. and was accepted for ad- Henry Little Bird to sign up and she asked no questions “The Department of Ed- favorite tactics is to “Re-age” Learn more about Zom- mission to RCC. The higher for the run. He approached of him when he wanted to ucation wishes all the best debts on consumer credit re- bie Debts by visiting www. education staff advised him the Cultural and Heritage participate but gladly signed for Ronnie and Higher Ed- ports illegally. They will tell oklaw.org/resource/zom- to introduce himself to Troy Program and told them he him up. ucation has chosen him as the credit bureaus that an old bie-debt-collection-old- Milligan, Director of the Na- was a Sand Creek Descen- “As a Southern Arap- a ‘Student Success Story’ debt is a new one. What this debts?ref=Ib117. tive American-Serving Non- dant and would like to be a aho (Hinono’ei) member because of his perseverance does is it extends the seven In addition, Legal Aid of tribal Institutions (NASNTI) runner. He had learned of of our tribes, Sand Creek and determination, along year limit on reporting bad Oklahoma has a wealth of Program at Redlands, where his descendants from his descendent, White Shirt with finishing the term with credit and puts more repay- information and free forms he could receive on-going Nahwah, Ruby Sleeper, who descendent, and Good War- honors,” Wanda Whiteman, ment pressure on the con- that can assist you with many advisement and supportive told him a story of ‘Falling rior descendent, education Higher Education director sumer. other legal matters. services. Off Horse, Whiteshirt’ who has been a very vital tool in said. Know Your Rights Visit www.oklaw.org/le- Never ignore a lawsuit. gal-aid-self-help-forms. Shortage of Native American doctors raises concern By Charlie Clark, Cronkite News PHOENIX (AP) - Dena Arizona before coming to estimated 13,542 physicians egories, including chronic ties in health outcomes relate search there is on health care Wilson never doubted what Phoenix to work for the Indi- statewide, and only 107 were liver disease, diabetes and to a lack of Native American disparities.” she wanted to do with her life an Health Service. Native American - that’s less chronic lower respiratory physicians? And then there’s the “peo- while growing up on the Pine “Just growing up, receiv- than 1 percent, according to disease, and they have a life “A lot of people think why ple” part of the equation. Ridge Indian Reservation in ing care in the Indian Health a database by the Association expectancy rate 4.4 years should that matter?” said Dr. “People tend to comply South Dakota. Service, knowing there was of American Medical Col- less than all other U.S. rac- Lukejohn Day, the director better when they feel their Her mother worked at such a shortage, and never leges using 2013 numbers. es, according to the Indian of clinical gastroenterology physicians have a better un- the Indian Health Service as seeing any other Native pro- Experts said the shortage Health Service. at Zuckerberg San Francisco derstanding of who they are a social worker, and aside viders, this was something I of Native American doctors The Indian Health Ser- General Hospital and an as- and where they come from,” from a brief desire to be a wanted to do,” Wilson said. in Arizona - in which there vice, which provides health sociate professor of medicine said Dr. Mary Owen, director bird in kindergarten, Wilson Wilson belongs to an ex- are more than 350,000 Na- services to about 2.2 million at the University California, of the Center of American knew she wanted to become clusive club. Not only is she tive Americans - is concern- of the nation’s estimated 3.7 San Francisco. Day also is a Indian and Minority Health a doctor. the lone cardiologist working ing because it impacts the million Native Americans, member of the Oglala Lakota at the University of Minne- Wilson attended Chadron for the Indian Health Service effectiveness of health care suffers from serious staff tribe. sota Duluth campus. State College in Nebras- in Phoenix, but she’s also delivery overall, as well as shortages. Earlier this year, “What a lot of studies Owen, who also serves on ka and then the University Native American, a citizen the research into health dis- the Government Account- have shown is a diverse the board of directors for the of Washington for medical of the Oglala Lakota Sioux parities. ability Office added it and health care workforce sup- Association of American In- school. After that, she pur- tribe. Historically, Native other Native American pro- plies better provider patient dian Physicians, added that sued a cardiology fellowship Of the nearly 19,000 Americans have faced more grams to the “high-risk” list, communication, follow ups people from diverse back- at the University of Arizo- graduates of medical school health problems when com- meaning it’s viewed as high- and treatment adherence,” grounds are more likely to na’s medical center, and she last year in the U.S., only pared with other Americans. ly vulnerable to fraud, waste, Day said. “Also, what we’ve go back and serve in those worked for a native cardi- 31 were Native American. Native Americans die at abuse and mismanagement. seen is the more diverse a communities. ology program in Northern Here in Arizona, there’s an higher rates in several cat- But how do these dispari- workforce is, the more re- Doctors / pg. 7 PAGE 6 Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribal Tribune Tsistsistas & Hinonoei Veteran continued from pg. 2 get used to that. Most often for me upon leaving,” Sur- his time military personnel that group for a very long you think that America was veyor said. were not counseled upon time. just an illusion, a figment of After leaving from the discharge because PTSD “Alcohol and drugs your imagination and you hospital in Japan, Survey- didn’t ‘officially’ exist. served as an escape, how- begin to believe your en- or settled at the burn cen- “In truth it has always ever temporary, but you vironment in Vietnam was ter in San Antonio, Texas existed. It existed in World don’t think about it like home and that’s how you and from there became a War I and World War II, it that at the time,” Surveyor survived. You think only special processing detach- existed in the Civil War and said. “I have no regrets, to in the moment, not what ment clerical specialist for it even existed with the Na- regret is just added baggage ought to be, could have a brief period. His main tive American tribes in the of what could have, should been or should have been,” duties included processing pre-Columbian period from have, would have been. Ifs One of the Purple Heart Surveyor said. in AWOLs, discharges of what I have read. It wasn’t don’t exist … you face re- Medals Jerry Surveyor was Surveyor would spend various types, and finally until later that PTSD was ality. I think in natural law awarded during the Vietnam one year and three months, shipped to Germany where recognized as a medical im- theory you would embrace War. although he was only man- he spent the remainder of pediment and funds appro- the understanding that it’s dated to serve one year in his military service. priated for treatment and simply a process of your Vietnam. He said he ex- “That’s kind of the over- counseling,” Surveyor said. sum total of socialization emotions.’ tended because of his team. view … I mean there was “In World War II it was re- from birth through states of “You become non-emo- “Your team becomes a lot of blood and gore I ferred to as shell shock and your life, which ultimately Above: Jerry Surveyor tional. Being void of emo- closer than blood and you could talk about, but that’s in each previous war it has determines the decisions in during his combat deploy- tions helps you to survive, support one another so you not here nor there. I didn’t been known as a different the present moment of your ment in Vietnam holding an so no one is ever pre- want to be with your peo- keep in contact with any- adage but the same symp- life.” M-17. pared for war. None of us ple, and at that time those one I served with … I’m the toms and problems existed Surveyor lives in Al- were. The night that I was and continues to learn ev- were my people. And prob- only survivor,” he said. then as they do now.” buquerque, N.M. with his wounded there were only erything he possibly can ably it’s reflective of being Touching on Post Trau- He said many veterans wife Cordell. He is current- 13 of us that survived out of know … knowing educa- a warrior … a true warrior matic Stress Disorder chose drugs, chose alcohol ly working on his MBA in about 500 U.S. military. So tion is the ultimate weapon. … it was very emotional (PTSD), Surveyor said in to cope and he was part of Business Administration again, I say no one can ever Eating healthy Understanding Food for DIABETES Marketing Terms Tara Conway, MS, RD, LD, CDE C&A Diabetes Wellness Program

Shopping for food has be- or added color. The product may criteria and legal meaning. as come confusing for a lot of also be only minimally pro- defined by the USDA organic people. So many terms, new re- cessed. The label must explain meat. Poultry, eggs and dairy search out and companies all vy- the use of the term natural-for products come from animals ing for you to buy their products, example “no added coloring, that are given no antibiotics using commercials, jingles and minimally process.” or growth hormones. Organic statements that may or may not Processed and Unprocessed, plant foods are produced with- be true. Hopefully this article these terms are frequently mis- out using most conventional will help clear up a few things understood. Many people think pesticides, fertilizers made with and what marketing phrases can of processed as unhealthy pack- synthetic ingredients or sewage help you make healthier choices aged foods with empty calo- sludge, bioengineering or ioniz- when shopping and which terms ries and loads of additives and ing radiation. don’t really make a difference to unprocessed foods that are not There are three levels of or- your diet. canned, frozen or packaged. ganic claims for food: Natural, you see that term According to the USDA, 100 percent Organic: Prod- quite often, but what does it “processed” refers to foods that ucts that are completely organic mean? Currently, there is no has undergone a “change of or made of only organic ingredi- definition for the term “natural character”. Examples include ents qualify for this claim and a “on food labels. Natural claims raw nuts(unprocessed) vs roast- USDA organic seal. have become common on new ed nuts (processed); a head of Organic: Products in which foods and beverages. Neither lettuce or spinach (unprocessed) at least 95 percent of it ingredi- the Food and Drug Administra- vs cut pre-washed (processed). ents are organic qualify for this tion or the US Department of Local, the local food move- claim and a USDA organic seal. Agriculture have issued any for- ment refers to buying food that Made with Organic Ingre- mal definition regarding what is grown close to where you dients: There are food products natural means. live. This movement is con- in which at least 70 percent of The FDA however, has not nected to a broader philosophy ingredients are certified organic. issued a formal ruling on natu- of environmental sustainability The USDA seal cannot be used ral, they consider the term natu- and supporting the local econ- but “made with organic ingredi- ral to mean that nothing artificial omy. ents” may appear on its packag- or synthetic (including color ad- Whole, there is no regula- ing. ditives, regardless of source) has tory definition of whole foods. Be cautious of the third type been included in, or has been “Whole foods” generally refers of labeling. Companies charge added to, a food that would not to foods that are not processed a higher price for these type of normally be expected to be in or refined and do not have added foods and if it is not certified that food. The FDA has a grow- ingredients. By most definitions organic you may not be getting ing concern over the increased whole foods include fresh pro- what you pay for. use of natural in labeling of food duce, dairy, whole grains, meat For more information and products. and fish, meaning that any food tips on eating contact Conway The USDA allows the term that appears in its most pure at Diabetes Wellness Program “natural” to be used in meat and form, with minimal processing. 405-422-7685 or tconway@c-a- poultry labeling on products that Organic, of all the terms, tribes.org. contain nor artificial ingredients “organic” has the most specific

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DISTRICTS POLLING SITES PHYSICAL ADDRESS Cheyenne 1 / Arapaho 1 Canton Community Center 205/207 N. Jefferson Street Seiling Community Center 411 N. Main Street Watonga Community Center 1000 S. Clarence Nash Blvd., Bldg. B

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Cheyenne 3 / Arapaho 3 Clinton Community Center 2015 Dog Patch Road Weatherford SWOSU Oak Room 1121 N. 7th Street

Cheyenne 4 / Arapaho 4 Elk City Indian Baptist Church 916 W. 7th Street Hammon Community Center 801 Dunn Street Tsistsistas & Hinonoei Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribal Tribune PAGE 7 Doctors continued from pg. 5 Happy belated birthday “What I try to provide to real problem. and many more to my my patients is a familiarity “It’s not just about knowl- daughters, Jessica LoneElk, and understanding of their edge,” Wilson said. “Yeah, Frankie LoneElk and Eva day-to-day challenges,” said you have to have knowl- LoneElk. We can get more Wilson, the doctor from the edge, I’m not saying every- done together than alone. Phoenix Indian Health Ser- one can get into med school All of my love forever your vice. “I grew up on the res- and become a doctor. But dad Frank Flores. Happy 41st birthday sis, keep ervation, and I understand just because you didn’t score your head up. Love Russell, that just going to the grocery the highest on your MCATs Geno, Karla, Junior, Tommy, store to get healthy ingredi- doesn’t mean you should be Janae, Geno, and momma ents to make a healthy meal excluded.” is a challenge sometimes.” Then there’s the fact that From 2012 to 2016, of just getting into medical Happy birthday to our sister the nearly 55,000 medical school isn’t enough. To sur- Happy 7th Birthday Paula Goose on July 5. We school graduates in the U.S., vive, one needs a lot of sup- Maverick WhiteCrow! love you and miss you Paula only 101 were Native Amer- port. Love mom, dad, Sue! We’ll be home soon. Love, ican, according to the Asso- Wilson said one of her Bokes and sissy your brothers Jay Allen and ciation of American Medical biggest challenges was deal- Indio Gould Colleges. ing with loneliness. Not It’s been six months since you Owen said there are a lot only was she a woman in a left we still love and miss you of reasons why Native Amer- male-dominated specialty, very much. Not a day goes by Raymond Frost Cheyenne, Choctaw, icans don’t go into medicine. but she also was a minority. we don’t talk or think about “To get into medicine She said running into another you. is an awardee from the 2017 Cheyenne and requires so many different Native American was rare. “God’s Garden” Arapaho Tribes Johnson pieces of a puzzle to come “For me, sometimes just God looked around his together,” Owen said. “It re- going home and being back Thank you, O’Malley Honor Club. garden and he found an quires a strong background home with my community, I To all the family, to all Raymond has received empty place. He then looked in science and math, strong needed that to recharge my the friends that offered all A’s through the down to earth and saw your communication skills and so- batteries,” Wilson said. condolences, food, giveaways 2016-2017 academic tired face. He put his arms cietal awareness. Pulling all Despite the obstacles, and emotional support for year. I’m proud of his around you and lifted you those together from a group Owen said she is optimistic Homer D. Wassana’s passing. accomplishments! up to rest. of people that have had trau- that more Native American As tough a loss as it is for us, Faye Roman God’s Garden must be beautiful. He always takes the best. ma as long as we have. . We physicians will soon enter his family, we know it is also a He knew you were suffering and in pain. He knew you don’t have all the resources the fold, but she added that tough loss to all of his friends would never get well on earth again. He saw your road that other people take for medical schools must look and the tribal community. His getting rough and the hills were hard to climb. granted in medicine.” at students in a more holistic presence will be missed and So he closed you weary eyes and whispered “peace by Owen said officials and fashion. he will forever remain in our thine.” It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn’t go community leaders need to “All these states should memories and our hearts. alone. For a part of me went with you the day God called make improvements to el- have a much higher num- We say Thank You. you home. ementary and high school ber,” she said. Sincerely , Happy Birthday Bob Sankey! Love always, Eve, Marissa, education for Native Ameri- Locally, the University Reggie Wassana Decklond and William. cans, and they need to reach of Arizona is trying to do its out earlier to Native students. part. Day echoed a similar sen- There are 23 American timent. Indian students enrolled at “If you are hitting them in the University of Arizona’s college and medical school, two college of medicine pro- it might be too late,” he said. grams in Tucson and Phoe- “Reach out at the high school nix, according to the univer- and junior high level, and I sity. think that makes a much big- Additionally, the school ger difference.” also has programs aimed Another challenge exists at recruiting and preparing Congratulations Olivia in the medical school selec- Native students for a career Gone, Southern Cheyenne & tion process. in medicine. These include Omaha. We are so proud Owen said medical a pre-admissions workshop of you for getting promoted schools have a tendency with the Association of from 6th grade and “The to focus on things like test American Indian Physicians, Presidential Award of scores instead of recognizing the Indians Into Medicine Academic Excellence” and what a candidate brings to grant from the Indian Health a letter from the white the table that’s not reflected Service, and the Navajo house signed by President on an application. Nation Future Physicians’ Trump .We love you very Wilson said while her Scholarship Fund, which much and are very proud medical school did a great helps up to seven Navajo job recognizing the strengths scholars per year pursue a she cultivated through her medical degree from the uni- upbringing, she said the fix- versity. ation on test scores can be a

All students who are awarded must be enrolled members of the Cheyenne-Arapaho tribes and must make As, As & Bs, Perfect Attendance or Honor Society awards during the first and/or second semester report cards, and provide copies of the Honor Society awards. Students will receive a Wal- Mart gift card and a t-shirt or hoodie depending on availabil- ity at the time of the award.

BRIEFS AT A GLANCE 2017 National UNITY Self-Governance: The Women for Indian Nations al Native American Law ism 19th annual Confer- National Indian Health Conference Future of Compacting for 2017 Conference Enforcement Association ence Board Tribal Health Con- July 6-10, 2017 at the Tribes July 30-Aug. 3, 2017 at Collaborative Training Sept. 11-14, 2017 at the ference Colorado Convention Center July 18-19, 2017 in Las the Isleta Resort & Casino Event Radisson Hotel & Confer- Sept. 25-28, 2017 at the in Denver, Colo. For more Vegas, Nev. For more infor- in Albuquerque, N.M. For Aug. 22-24, 2017 at the ence Center in Green Bay, Hyatt Regency in Bellevue, information visit www.unity- mation visit www.falmouth- more information or to regis- Tropicana Resort in Las Ve- WI. For more information Wash. For more information inc.org. institute.com. ter visit www.ncai.org. gas, Nev. For more informa- or to register www.aitc2017. or to register visit www.ncai. tion visit www.nnaiea.org. com. org. Managing Difficult Em- Conducting Credible Indian Housing Law ployees for Tribal Supervi- Tribal Elections Aug. 21-23, 2017 at the Tribal Court Procedures National Congress of Business Writing for sors July 24-25, 2017 in Las Embassy Suites in Las Ve- Aug. 23-24, 2017 in Las American Indians Impact Tribal Employees July 10-11, 2017 at the Vegas, Nev. For more infor- gas, Nev. For more informa- Vegas, Nev. For more infor- Days Sept. 25-26, 2017 at the Apache Casino Hotel in mation or to register visit tion visit www.falmouthin- mation or to register visit Sept. 12-14, 2017 in Apache Casino Hotel in Lawton, Okla. For more www.falmouthinstitute.com. stitute.com. www.falmouthinstitute.com. Washington, DC. For more Lawton, Okla. For more information visit www.fal- information or to register information visit www.fal- mouthinstitute.com. Women Empowering The 25th annual Nation- American Indian Tour- visit www.ncai.org. mouthinstitute.com. PAGE 8 Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribal Tribune Tsistsistas & Hinonoei EMPLOYMENT Office of LEGAL NOTICES Employment: Submit a tribal application, resume, diploma(s), transcripts, valid copy of Tribal Council Oklahoma state driver’s license and a copy of CDIB (if applidable) to Personnel Department, Community PO Box 38, Concho, OK 73022 or email [email protected]. Meetings

CASEWORKER TEACHER Transit Driver FT/Perm All meetings will be Indian Child Welfare Child Development / Tribal Transit Program held 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Office Clinton Location Closing: Until Filled Closing: Until Filled Closing: Until Filled July 17 Qualifications: Qualifications: Qualifications: Prefer bachelor’s degree Teachers hired after July The Transit Driver must Canton Community in social work or related field 1, 1995 are required to be at possess, or be willing to at- Center, Canton, Okla. or an equivalent combination least 18 years of age, have a tend various training pro- of education and experience. high school diploma or GED grams to gain, a CPR and July 18 NAC Building Require one year of experi- certification or have com- First Aid certification. Concho, Okla. ence in professional related pleted the 10th grade and be Transit Drivers must pass capacity. Knowledge and an in the process of obtaining a a pre-employment drug July 20 understanding of the Indian screening process and sub- GED for a period not to ex- Seiling Community Child Welfare Act of 1978. ceed 12 months. Must sign ject to random drug testing. Center, Seiling, Okla. Ability to work flexible employee contract stating Incumbents should be able to hours and willing to work employee will attain CDA prove to lift, at a minimum, other than normal working or Mastery Certification to 50 pounds, with no physical July 24 hours including weekends, maintain employment. Must barriers from doing so. Ap- Watonga Community holidays and after 5 p.m. have a valid Oklahoma driv- plicants must possess the Center, Watonga, Okla. Must have knowledge of er’s license and pass phys- ability to communicate effec- crisis theory and interven- ical exam. Must be able to tively to patrons and superi- For more information tions, understand and strive lift 50lbs., be physically fit to ors any findings, incidents, contact Tribal Council Co- to implement the program’s activities, and daily respon- work daily with children and ordinator Jennifer Plummer goals, objectives, rules and demonstrate basic knowl- sibilities. At a minimum, at 405-246-8175 or 405- regulations. Must have basic edge of early childhood de- the Transit Driver must pos- knowledge of early child- velopment. Must attend staff sess a High school diploma 422-7430. hood education and child meetings as well as parent and possible completion of welfare casework, child meetings when require, sub- a commercial driving train- abuse and neglect indica- mit monthly reports, attend ing program and defensive tors. Possess communication workshops and have ade- driving program. Experi- skills, written and oral, to re- quate transportation. Must ence may be acceptable to be late to Indian and non-Indian have skills to relate to the equivalent. communities, other agencies community in general. Must SALARY: Negotiable and the general public. Abili- pass a criminal background ty to maintain a high level of check, mandatory drug and confidentiality on all client alcohol screen and be willing Department of Housing matters and other matters to work flexible work sched- protected by the Privacy Act ule. Cheyenne-Arapaho pref- Waiting List Report as well as other confidenti- erence. ality regulations. OSBI and SALARY: Negotiable Mutual Help Program criminal background check required and be adjudicated The following applicants need to appropriately. Must possess Transit Supervisor complete a 2017 Update Form by a current Oklahoma driver’s Roads/Tribal Transit July 15, 2017. If an Update Form is license to operate a govern- Clinton Transit Office Closing: Until Filled ment owned vehicle. Prefer not received by this date they will be knowledge of Cheyenne and Qualifications: removed from the Mutual-Help Wating Arapaho /Native American Requires responsible in- List for failure to update. cultures and values. Ability dividual who is able to work NO EXCEPTIONS independently with little su- to work with difficult clien- For questions or more information tele. Must complete OKDHS pervision and perform du- Criminal History Review ties as assigned. Incumbent contact Eileen Salcido at 580-331-2400. and supplemental applica- should be able to follow di- Carrie Russell tion. Cheyenne-Arapaho rections and communicate Terry Smith preference. effectively both orally and Minerva Fletcher SALARY: Negotiable in writing. Possess some marketing skills, some ex- Jennifer McNeely perience in human resources and have some experience Transit Driver II/On Call Roads/Tribal Transit in project management and/ Closing: Until Filled or management of federal grants and contracts. Mini- Qualifications: mal acceptable educational Valid Oklahoma Class D requirement shall consist of driver’s license. Must pos- an associate degree in any sess or be willing to obtain related field. Applicant may CPR certification. Transit provide an equivalent com- frivers must pass a pre-em- bination of education and ployment drug screening experience to be acceptable process and subject to ran- to the minimal standard but dom drug testing. Must be must prove to have strong able to lift a minimum of 50 initiative to work without lbs. with no physical barri- supervision, demonstrate ers. Must be able to commu- the ability to multi-task, and nicate effectively to patrons prove to work under stressful and supervisors any findings situations remaining focused or incidents. High school di- on tasks. Transit supervisor ploma or GED equivalent. should be able to work with Cheyenne-Arapaho prefer- the general public, Tribal ence. members, as well as profes- SALARY: Negotiable sionals and non-professions in the transportation Indus- try. Possess knowledge of School Clothing technology to assist in the Coordinator/Temp Dept. of Education development of program ser- Closing: Until Filled vices and should be able de- velop tools that will improve Qualifications: the tribes’ network of activ- Must be very proficient in ities to remain compliant the use of MS Excel. Must be with the Federal Transit Ad- self-motivated and be able to ministration’s Tribal Transit communicate with the public Program. Applicant must in a positive manner. Must possess some knowledge have valid Oklahoma state and understanding of the driver’s license. Must have American with Disabilities customer service skills. Act (ADA) and able to un- Must be able to produce derstand how policies affect weekly informative reports the administration of overall and charts. Cheyenne and program services. Arapaho preference. SALARY: Negotiable SALARY: Negotiable

Surveillance Operator Gaming Commission Hammon/2nd Shift Closing: Until Filled Qualifications: Must pass pre-employ- ment drug test. Must be able to qualify and maintain a Cheyenne- Arapaho Gaming License. SALARY: Negotiable Tsistsistas & Hinonoei Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribal Tribune PAGE 9 Exhibit continued from pg. 1 Native American Body of Art will of- American Indian. Curtis published volumes opening herself up to show ficially open during the Paseo Arts Dis- of photos documenting Indian life in the early her inner self. trict’s First Friday Gallery Art Walk, 1900s. “I’m trying to show that July 7, at the Shakespeare in the Park “It was a natural thing before everything we are more than what we Gallery, 2920 Paseo in Oklahoma City. got hypersexualized through assimilation and think we look like on the out- Kathryn McGill, co-founder of Shakespeare Manifest Destiny and stuff like that - church- side. We are our past and our in the Park, says she’s thrilled Native Amer- es coming in and telling that this was wrong,” present. We are our family, ican Body of Art is her gallery’s first Native Levi says, his fingertips resting on his ledger our friends, our experiences. American exhibit - and doesn’t bat an eye style rendering of a bare-breasted woman. We are made up of so many that it’s a nude show. “From the 1870s, 1880s on, we had to things. It’s those things and “Well, we’re theater and we tend to push change – had to try and meld into a dominant our individual stories that the envelope as well,” she says, adding that society. Through a lot of those things [like] mold us and shape us into the the samples of work she’s seen are beautiful religion, breasts - the human body - was beautiful beings we are,” she and “not salacious in any way. It’s just the hypersexualized. We were repressed for a said. human form.” long time.” Learned agrees. Brenda Mackey, Choctaw, She met Learned through mutual friends “In order to control a society, you must was pushed out of her com- and calls him a “great spokesperson.” repress them. And one of the ways to do it fort zone, too. Learned had “I love listening to him talk. I have the is through their art, through their music and requested the artists send him same feelings about theater and the impor- through their dance. When you repress that, a few samples that he could tance to the community,” McGill says. you’ve conquered in a way,” Learned said. share promoting the show and Learned approached artists of varied back- “You can buy a National Geographic, he recalls the first she sent grounds and styles to represent an intertribal open it up and see a tribe in Africa where a with a chuckle. community, encompassing a diverse geogra- woman is bare-breasted, wearing a necklace “Her first two pieces … I phy to tell the story of Native American Body and not think anything of it. But if it’s a Na- could see there was some shy- of Art – from the Arizona desert to the South- tive American, ‘Oh my God it’s wrong, it’s ness and some hesitance, ‘Do east woodlands, the Great Plains, and beyond bad,’ and yet you can go to any museum and I cross the line or do I not?’” the Alaskan tundra. see every race and culture but you never see Learned said. “I’ve never really seen Native American any Native Americans depicted that way,” he Mackey’s first submission nude art. So I’m kind of curious to see what said. was the back of a seated nude George Levi, most famous for his Ledger art will be one of other Native American artists… what kind of “We’ve [Cheyenne and Arapaho people] woman. The next piece de- the many featured artists during the Native Nude Art Exhibit work they would produce for that,” he says. had 140 years, almost, of being dominated, picted the woman turning. July 7 at the Paseo Arts District’s Frist Friday Art Walk in George Levi, Southern Cheyenne/South- being told what is right and what’s wrong. Learned laughs, “So, even Oklahoma City. (Photo / Lisa Hicks Snell) ern Arapaho/Oglala Lakota, specializes in This is just an expression, but for us to be among ourselves, when it own freedoms and growth as a people,” said Cheyenne style ledger art, and he’s already an artist, be a true artist, we have to express came to doing it, we were kind of timid. At Joe Hopkins, Muscogee Creek. created several pieces for the show. Tradi- ourselves, but this is not really an expression that point, I don’t know if it’s going to be a Born and raised in Oklahoma, Hopkins is tional images and symbols fill each page, of ourselves,” he pauses, “in a sense it is, but series of a lady turning or [what],” he ges- a self-taught artist who blends pop art style from the depiction of a sacred mountain to this is just about who we are and where we tured helplessly, still chuckling. “Then, she and vivid color into work that combines past belts symbolizing captured cavalry swords. come from.” literally jumped over that line.” with present. His art stays true to his heritage and real life Mary Beth Timothy, Cherokee, admits the Her third piece was full frontal. The wom- “It’s an old story, just done in a new way – and sometimes, real life was nude. show is putting her outside her comfort zone. an is languidly stretching, as if she’s just that hadn’t been done. I can’t think of any “We lived in different environments so we “I am pretty conservative, so showing awakened. Native American all-nude art exhibition … dressed differently… dressed accordingly,” this type of work will be somewhat of a “I like the whole idea. It shows a softer, The work we’re about to show is something he says, pointing out that summers on the challenge, but I feel that this is an important sensual side in my paintings,” Mackey said. you wouldn’t typically see,” he said. Plains were hot and it wasn’t uncommon for show. I think too many people that hear ‘nude Learned calls her finished work “breath- The exhibit will be on display throughout women to go bare while going about their ev- art’ imagine erotic or even pornographic im- taking” and is encouraging the other artists to July. eryday business. ages. I hope this showing will help at least a embrace the theme. For more information visit the show’s “We’re not trying to push the envelope. few to see it differently,” she said. “I am exploring this to expand the free- Facebook page www.facebook/nativeamer- It’s just the way we lived – live,” Levi says. She’s tackling body image in her show dom of my own expression in art. There is so icanbodyofart or visit the exhibit July 1-31 “Back in the day, it wasn’t an envelope. It piece, depicting a woman with a body that much beauty with all of the Native nations at the Shakespeare in the Park Gallery, 2920 was normal life.” “by today’s standards, would be less than past and present. By not limiting ourselves to Paseo Gallery in Oklahoma City. He points to the work of Edwin S. Cur- perfect.” She’s heavy, has stretch marks and what we think is appropriate, or what others Reprinted with permission, Native Okla- tis, best known for his photography of the a C-section scar. The woman is physically think is appropriate, we can expand upon our homa Magazine, www.nativeoklahoma.us. Aispuro takes 2017 Native American Junior Golf tourney

The 2017 Chickasaw Na- tion Native American Junior Open champion ... well Vin- cent Aispuro of course. The Native American Junior Open is a qualifying tournament which allows youth to experience a tour- nament atmosphere without the pressures of a school or golf association tournament. It allows youth to display the knowledge and skills they have acquired in the game of golf. The Native American Ju- nior Open was held June 17 at the WinStar Golf Course in Thackerville, Okla. would sit for hours with Vin- Aispuro has been golfing, cent on his lap watching golf. well since he could walk. Ev- Aispuro has already made ery morning since he could a name for himself with- walk Aispuro would jump in the golfing community out of bed, don his lucky and has played in numerous OU baseball cap, dress in his tournaments including the favorite golf attire and head 2012 Jim Thorpe games, and out the back door … not to winning the Pro Golf Asso- play, but to hit golf balls. ciation’s (PGA) Drive, Chip His partner in golf and & Putt tournament in his age best friend, his grand- group in July 2015. pa Charles Howlingwater PAGE 10 Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribal Tribune Tsistsistas & Hinonoei Native film, ‘Neither Wolf Nor Dog’ makes its way to OKC By Latoya Lonelodge think it’s mostly because the him and it’s a really beautiful over 20 years, the problem Staff Reporter audiences are falling head thing,” Simpson said. of converting the novel into over heels for Dave’s char- Simpson said the film is a a film arose when produc- In the midst of blockbust- acter and the film is making very meaningful experience ers wanted more of a Hol- er season it is very unusual people both laugh and cry,” for the audience, as more lywood treatment, which and rare to not only see an Simpson, film director said. people are growing in atten- meant distorting the cultural independent film on the big What is unique and in- dance to view the screenings and historical narrative of the screen, but also to see a Na- triguing about the film are the and are spreading knowledge film. According to Simpson, tive American film featuring characters. The elder charac- of the film through word of “Hollywood’s treatment of a 95-year-old elder. ter, Dan, was played by none mouth. Natives in cinema has been In the heart of downtown other than 95-year-old Dave “Our opening weekend atrocious and in many cases Oklahoma City, Steven Lew- Bald Eagle, whom, despite we had more admissions than were actually pro-genocide.” is Simpson’s film, Neither having health concerns at the the film that had the number Oklahoma native Richard Wolf Nor Dog hit the screen time of filming, brought life one screening average in the Ray Whitman also stars in at Harkins Bricktown The- and energy into the film. entire United States,” Simp- the film as Dan’s sidekick. In atre on June 23. “The central elder role of son said. the midst of the film’s break- The independent film Dan, it was like who could Simpson was first intro- through across screens, Bald is making its way across play that, it’s a very distinct duced to the novel by author Eagle passed away July 2016 screens around the country character and none of the Nerburn at the screening of at the age of 97. The story and has audiences talking. Native actors that were el- his movie Rez Bomb, which of his passing and life was The film adapts from ders of that age embodied the he also shot on the Pine reported widely around the the acclaimed novel Nei- right energy, they all felt too Ridge Indian Reservation. world. ther Wolf Nor Dog by Kent contemporary and these par- With his experience in film- Shot in 18 days with a Nerburn and tells the story ticular elders, they’re pret- ing the reservation, Nerburn crew of two, Neither Wolf of how a white author gets ty much all gone now from knew Simpson had to be the Nor Dog continues to touch sucked into the heart of con- a very particular era and so one to create the film. the heart of audiences temporary Native American when I came across Dave, it “It’s been a six year jour- through Native culture and life in the lands of the Dako- could only be him, nobody ney and that’s very common history that no Hollywood tas by a 95-year-old Lakota else came close,” Simpson with independent films, it producer can change. elder and his sidekick. said. takes a producer that sort of “The native angle of Nei- “The fascinating thing is Because of Dave’s age span with how to make it a ther Wolf Nor Dog, I think that we’re in the height of the at the time, making the film bit more extreme because is significant because of the summer blockbuster season had no guarantees as Simp- with a 95 year old star, no- fact that it’s a film starring a and that makes it very hard son admitted that he readily body in Hollywood is going 95 year old and elder people to get on any kind of cinema prepared to walk away from to ensure such a film and if of all cultures are rarely on screen and yet our tiny little a film he spent years working you can’t ensure a film then screen and almost never cen- film is going to be in Oklaho- on. Through finding the right you’re not getting to raise the ter staged the way they are in ma City in a multiplex in the characters for the film, it be- record that the people in the this film. I think it’s not just height of blockbuster season came apparent that the film industry seek and so it was the kind of empathy relating and I’ve never, in films his- needed Bald Eagle. shot on a strict shoestring to great native characters tory, recall of ever hearing “Anyone else would’ve budget and in some respect but I think it’s also taking a tiny film like this being in been a desperate compromise that worked very well for us the audience into the char- the number of people that are doesn’t really get much bet- a multiplex in the summer and that’s proved to be true because the locations are all acter’s last moments of their reporting tears and laughter ter than that,” Simpson said. season, it’s a sort of thing because he was pure magic real anyway,” Simpson said. life allowing us to think and within the audience, impact- To view the film trailer that might pop up in the qui- on the screen, the audience Although the novel it- feel in a deeper different way ing people’s emotions and visit www.youtube.com and et times like in February. 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