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Source: The Conversation

4-13-18

Supreme Court case tests weight of old Native American treaties in 21st century

by Monte Mills

A Supreme Court case deals with the narrow issue of tribal salmon fishing rights in the Northwest, but raises fundamental questions about justice for American Indians.

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Supreme Court case tests weight of old Native American treaties in 21st century

by Monte Mills