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Eastern Cherokee Tribe to hold primary election
MONDAY, MAY 19, 2003 The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of North Carolina will hold a primary election June 4. Seven candidates, including incumbent Leon Jones, are running for principal chief. The vice-chief and all 12 tribal council seats are also up for grabs. The tribe has 13,000 members. It is the only federally-recognized tribe in the state. Get the Story:
Cherokee gears up for election (The Asheville Citizen-Times 5/19) Relevant Links:
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians - http://www.cherokee-nc.com