Voters of the Shoshone-Bannock Nation of Idaho are going to the polls today to elect four council members.
Former chairman and current council member Blaine Edmo, incumbent Alonzo Coby, incumbent Doyle Teton, Glenn Fisher, Lee Juan Tyler, former council member Lionel Boyer, tribal court judge Rosphine Coby and Aldene Pevo are vying for the four seats.
They all have different priorities, but say diversifying the tribal economy and sovereignty are important.
The polls are open all day.
Get the Story:
Candidates vie for five seats in tribal election
(The Idaho State Journal 5/26)
Relevant Links:
Shoshone-Bannock Tribes - http://www.shoshonebannocktribes.com
Shoshone-Bannock Nation holds council election
Friday, May 27, 2005
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