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https://youtube.com/watch?v=xtwJfk94CP8.
How do tribal governments actually work? In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll explore how tribal governments have kept many of their qualities as sovereign, independent nations while adapting to operate in the 21st century.

























Introduction: Natives vs. Noem 00:00












Tribal Governments 0:40












The Indian Reorganization Act 1:57












Tribal Government Structure 3:53












Responsibilities of Tribal Government 5:35












The Dakota Access Pipeline 7:34












Tribal Sovereignty Today 8:34












Review & Credits 9:42

























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