Gay marriage and native american sovereignty

The tribe does not allow same-sex marriages to be performed in its jurisdictions. CS1 maint: In fact, it has done so before to limit Indian sovereignty in response to perceived conflicts between Indian and non-Indian customs and traditions. In Re: The Oneida Tribe in Alaska amends its marriage law to include same-sex couples. The move was widely condemned as a civil rights violation, and it spurred federal lawmakers and agencies to withhold funds and even question the legitimacy of the Cherokees to govern themselves. Retrieved March 19,

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On March 21,a Cherokee Nation Rules Committee discussed a proposal that would ask voters whether the tribe should recognize same-sex marriage. Family Relations" PDF. The change came into effect on June 10, Retrieved August 25,

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