Fighting Sioux debate continues

I would be interested in knowing how many ohter Native American's feel just like John Chaske.

Spirit Lake tribal members to attend UND hockey game this weekend
By Mike Bellmore - Features Editor --- FORT TOTTEN, N.D.
John Chaske is part of a Spirit Lake Committee in support of the Fighting Sioux nickname at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks.

It’s a committee that has been in contact with school officials in Grand Forks and secured up to 100 tickets for an exhibition hockey game this weekend at Ralph Engelstad Arena.

UND is planning to unveil the Tribal Flag during the pre-game ceremonies to honor the Native American people and veterans of Spirit Lake and Standing Rock Reservations.

“I’m in favor of the nickname as long as it honors our people and does nothing disrespectful to them,’’ says Chaske. “I think there’s actually a silent majority in favor of it, but not many people seem to want to step forward on it.’’

UND is offering transportation for the tribal elders and veterans (a charter bus) , but only one bus will be available for those at Standing Rock and Spirit Lake.