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TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2003

The Grand Forks Herald in an editorial today says the state of South Dakota shouldn't "hurt relations" with the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation by renaming a bridge on the reservation.

A lawmaker known for her support of Indian issues has introduced a bill to change the Four Bears Bridge to the Medal of Honor Bridge. The paper says naming a bridge in honor of veterans is the "right idea" for the "wrong bridge."

"Somewhere else in the state (besides the Four Bears Bridge), there is now or one day will be an impressive site that would honor the winners of our nation's supreme award. The state Legislature should find that site, bestow the Medal of Honor name and leave the Four Bears Bridge as it is."

The Four Bears Bridge is named for two tribal chiefs. The tribe has secured $35 million in federal funds for a repair project.

Get the Story:
EDITORIAL: Right idea, wrong bridge (The Grand Forks Herald 3/4)

Relevant Links:
Four Bears Bridge - http://www.fourbearsbridge.com
Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation - http://www.mhanation.com

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