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AUGUST 14, 2000

Mary Maryboy, a Navajo Nation delegate to the Democratic National Convention from the state of Utah, is like many in Indian Country who feel the sentiment "The donkey delivers" is true.

Native Americans, just 1 percent of the population but gaining significant political prowess, are a traditional Democractic voting bloc. But with greater political power comes wider political awareness, leading voters like Maryboy to vote for Republicans like Senator Orrin Hatch and Senator John McCain, based on their views respecting sovereignty.

Still, many believe that, fundamentally, the Republican party favors states and local governments, to the deadly cost of tribes. Many also feel the party actively seeks to abrogate treaties and agreements.

Get the Story:
Navajo Delegate Feels the Pull of Both Parties (The Salt Lake Tribune 8/14)

Relevant Links:
The Democratic National Convention - www.dems2000.com
The Democratic National Committee - www.dnc.org
Al Gore 2000 - www.algore2000.com

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