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Jourdain sworn in as new Red Lake Nation chairman


Floyd �Buck� Jourdain was sworn in as chairman of the Red Lake Nation of Minnesota on Tuesday.

Jourdain promised to uphold Anishinabe traditions and culture. He intends to tackle unemployment, housing and substance abuse as head of the Red Lake Band.

At 40, Jourdain is said to be the youngest person elected chairman on the reservation. His term lasts two years.

Get the Story:
New chairman at Red Lake aiming to address range of issues (The Bemidji Pioneer 8/11)
Red Lake Band chairman sworn in (AP 8/11)

Relevant Links:
Red Lake Nation - http://www.redlakenation.org