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Our language is a weapon for love

Our language is a weapon for love

By CHRIS BRIDENSomeone recently asked me why I teach Lushootseed, a nearly extinct language. The reason, in short, is that it makes me feel good.A longer explanation is this:The language shouldn’t exist. Governor Stevens tried to eliminate us as a people. He tried to put us on reservations that were so small that we would have starved and died out. Instead, our ancestors stood up and fought.Chief Leschi did not begin the resistance by shooting, he began by asking for help. His family came to his aid and then other tribes from the North and then people from the East…
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Financial literacy classes run Sept. 30 to Oct. 3

Financial literacy classes are being offered for tenants of tribal housing. The classes are designed to help participants learn the skills they need to make sound financial decisions. The classes run from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sept. 30 through Oct. 3 in the Puyallup National Housing Department, 2806 E. Portland Ave. See the attached flier for details. Download
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