William "Allen" Talks About has regained the chairmanship of the Blackfeet Nation's tribal council.

Talks About had been removed from the post in January 2003. He said he was ousted because he was investigating corruption within the tribe.

Patrick "Pat" Thomas was named vice-chairman of the council.

Get the Story:
Blackfeet council names Talks About as chairman (The Great Falls Tribune 7/9)

Relevant Links:
Blackfeet Nation - http://www.blackfeetnation.com

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