The new Oneida Business Committee was sworn in last night. Photo from Kalihwisaks / Facebook
The Oneida Nation of Wisconsin swore in a new council on Thursday night. Women hold six seats -- a majority on the council. They also hold the four top positions -- Cristina Danforth as chair, Melinda Danforth as vice chair, Trish King as treasurer and Lisa Summers as secretary. "History was made last night as the Oneida Nation swears into office 6 women to the seats of Chairwoman, Vice-Chairwoman, Treasurer, Secretary, and two Councilwomen. Congratulations to all," the tribe said on Facebook. Get the Story:
Oneidas swear in new administration (The Green Bay Press-Gazette 8/15)
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