Seneca Nation leaders resolve battle over status of president

Friday, November 18, 2011  

It looks like things are back to normal at the Seneca Nation of New York.

The tribal council rescinded a resolution that removed President Robert Odawi Porter from his role as chief executive officer. Both sides issued a joint statement that said they "are committed to a new working relationship built upon mutual respect and cooperation," The Buffalo News reported.

"The Council stands with President Porter and supports him in his work on behalf of our Nation," council member J.C. Seneca, who sponsored the resolution, said in the statement.

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Seneca president, Tribal Council, repair rift (The Buffalo News 11/18)

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