Shinnecock NY Tribe Gets Closer to Federal Recognition
The New York Times reports on the 30 year battle for the Shinnecock Nation to gain United States recognition. Today the Obama administration said the Shinnecock Indian Nation of Long Island met the criteria for federal recognition. There is still a period of public comment before the tribe gets recognition.
The major concern for local residents is the tribe building a casino on their 800 acre reservation. Federal recognition would allow the Shinnecock Indian Nation to build a casino on the reservation or outside the reservation in the NYC/suburban area.
At this point it appears the Shinnecock tribe is considering a casino outside the reservation because it would be more lucrative for them and New York state. The reservation is located in Southampton where transportation is often strained.
Federal recognition would be a major accomplishment for the Shinnecock Nation. Frederick C. Best, one of the nation's three trustees, sees offhanded neglect at the reservation amidst one of the wealthiest communities in the country. A casino could significantly improve their way of life.
As an East Ender, I see the condition of the reservations and feel improvements must be made. Recently the local reservations on Long Island lost their right to sell untaxed cigarettes which serious impacts their ability to earn money. The Shinnecock Nation needs the Federal recognition to generate essential revenue for their communities. The location of the potential casino is a concern for everyone.
Published by Stacey Doyle
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