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TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2001

In an editorial today, the Lincoln Journal Star says the federal government may win the battle against the Santee Sioux Tribe's casino but it won't be justice.

The paper says the US Attorney in Nebraska, Mike Heavian, appears to be going after the tribe unfairly. The paper says a compromise could be made now that the tribe has gotten rid of the slot machines for which it was cited.

Get the Story:
Legal victory possible, but justice elusive (The Lincoln Journal Star 7/10)

From Native America Calling:
Gambling on Good Faith (October 4, 1999)

Relevant Links:
The Santee Sioux Tribe - http://www.santeedakota.org

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Bill to restore Santee jurisdiction (3/1)
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