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Tribal Nations and the United States: An Introduction (NCAI)

National Congress of American Indians (NCAI)

Jan 1, 2020

About this resource

Comprehensive introductory primer from the National Congress of American Indians on the history, legal status, and governance of tribal nations in the United States. Covers the federal trust responsibility, treaty rights, tribal sovereignty, and the government-to-government relationship. Essential orientation for anyone beginning work with tribal communities.

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