The Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act undermines tribal sovereignty and treats Wabanaki Nations as municipalities that are subject to state law. The nations often have to work with the state government to implement federal Indian policies
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The Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act undermines tribal sovereignty and treats Wabanaki Nations as municipalities that are subject to state law. The nations often have to work with the state government to implement federal Indian policies