The Sonoma County, California, Commission on Human Rights issued a summary report on Tuesday on allegations of hate speech and racism against the Coast Miwok Tribe.

The commission concluded that the tribe, also known as the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, was the victim of "ethnic bashing." The tribe has been criticized for seeking a casino.

The commission cited dozens of instances in which the tribe was attacked in the local press and in e-mails and feedback cards sent to the tribe. Local residents made comments like, "Indian speak with forked tongue," "Go back to your Indian land," and "Dead Indians upcoming."

Get the Story:
Panel assails 'ethnic bashing' (The Santa Rosa Press Democrat 4/7)

Relevant Links:
Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria - http://www.coastmiwok.com

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