Carter Center Report on Cherokee Elections Reinforces International Recognition of Tribal Sovereignty

Brian Daffron
May 14, 2012
The Carter Center has been invited to serve as an impartial observer in over 90 elections in 36 countries since 1989...

2011’s Memorable Moments in Politics

ICTMN Staff
December 30, 2011
This year Indian Country Today Media Network covered many intriguing topics dealing with political issues throughout 2011...

Cherokee Nation Inauguration Ceremony November 6

ICTMN Staff
November 01, 2011
On November 6, the Cherokee Nation will swear in Bill John Baker as the 26 th Principal Chief during an inaugural ceremony at the Sequoyah Schools Place Where They Play, Tahlequah,...
Steve Russell

Why the Cherokee Election Matters

After multiple recounts and one court-ordered do-over, Bill John Baker has defeated incumbent Chad Smith to become the new Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation....

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October 25, 2011

Cherokee Nation to Swear in New Officials Aug. 14

ICTMN Staff
August 09, 2011
On August 14, The Cherokee Nation from Tahlequah, Oklahoma will swear in several tribal officials – newly elected and returning...

Cherokee Nation Working to Improve Elections

ICTMN Staff
July 29, 2011
The Cherokee Nation is working extensively to shore up its election process in preparation for the upcoming special election...

Cherokee Nation Supreme Court Tosses Results

ICTMN Staff
July 21, 2011
The Cherokee Nation Supreme Court tossed out the disputed election results in last month’s tribal election that determined the next chief...

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