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Monday, August 18, 2003

Economic development on reservations is the solution to problems Indian Country faces, The Sioux Falls Argus Leader says in an editorial.

The paper cites a recent report from the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights that tells Indian people "what they already knew: The federal government underfunds Native American programs."

The paper hopes the report will have an impact on federal agencies and members of Congress. But it adds: "Let's be honest. The situation has been around for a long time. The truth is that there isn't much interest in fairness or in treaties among those serving in Congress."

Get the Story:
Editorial: Changes must come for Indian Country (The Sioux Falls Argus Leader 8/16)

Get the Report:
A Quiet Crisis: Federal Funding and Unmet Needs in Indian Country (July 16, 2003)

Related Stories:
Report finds meager budget for Indian programs (8/4)
Report documents unmet needs in Indian Country (07/23)

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