Native American Sovereignty Application Assignment
Read the Article in the Sage Reader: Native American Sovereignty by Christina Lyons (ch. 7)
Answer the following questions:
1. What are the arguments in favor of Tribes to have full sovereignty over their lands, reservations and natural resources?
2. What are the arguments of some tribes, to keep the federal government involved as a Trustee of Indian lands?
3. How has the need for energy production sparked this centuries’ old discussion regarding tribal sovereignty and federal protection of lands?
4. What are the arguments in favor and against energy development playing a role in lifting tribes out of poverty?
5. What are the ethical and moral considerations illustrated by history? What are the moral considerations illustrated by the bible? Use biblical scripture where appropriate.
