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Tuesday, September 30, 2003

The Eastern Band of Cherokees will continue impeachment proceedings against a council member as the tribe's top court hears a challenge to the recent election.

At issue in both disputes is the role of absentee voters. Council member Bob Blankenship, who was re-elected but has been ousted from his seat, is accused of using a membership list to mailing information to off-reservation voters.

Absentee voters played a crucial role in the election. Three council seats and the office of principal chief were decided by off-reservation voters. The tribe's Supreme Court will hear a challenge to these races.

Get the Story:
Absentee voting tops Cherokee's agenda (The Asheville Citizen-Times 9/30)

Relevant Links:
Eastern Band of Cherokees - http://www.cherokee-nc.com

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