This Week from Indian Country Today

Homeland Security chief meets tribal leaders
Explains controversial policies WASHINGTON - Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff met in a closed-door session with several tribal leaders from the Four Corners region July 7.
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Lead Editorial

Praise for an unsung hero
Posted: July 11, 2008
by: /
A major puzzle of modern Indian policy is why President Richard Nixon created the innovative self-determination policy that prevails today. Nixon rejected termination policy and established that federal-Indian policy was based on treaties rather than programs of social welfare. more >>

Special Focus

Homeland Security chief meets tribal leaders
Posted: July 11, 2008
by: Rob Capriccioso /
Explains controversial policies WASHINGTON - Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff met in a closed-door session with several tribal leaders from the Four Corners region July 7. more >>