Puyallup Nation News and Opinions

Casino Perks and Scare Tactics Influence Tribal Elections

According to submitted statements and evidence, gas cards and discounted tribal casino hotel rooms were provided to out of town tribal members in exchange for votes for candidates Roleen Hargrove and Bill Sterud. Other evidence submitted in an election protest, shows the use dishonest scare tactics - advising Tribal ... << MORE >>

Satiacum Canoe Family

hi everyone! wow- do believe that it is March ALREADY?? that means, getting ready for the canoe journey to Makah this year! i can hardly wait. OUR canoe family will be meeting on the 18th of March (tenatively) at the bldg near the Amdn bldg. 6:30, so bring your ... << MORE >>

Petition for Term Limits Amendment to the Constitution - PuyallupTermLimits.com

Please print sign and distribute this Petition for Term Limits Amendment to the Constitution. Many Puyallup Tribal Members believe this is the only way to elect leaders who serve the people and not their self-interests. ... << MORE >>

Canoe Way: The Sacred Journey

Witness first hand, through the words and images of native people, as they share the story of the resurgence of the cedar canoe societies – and how it has opened a spiritual path of healing through tradition. Interviews with elders and youth, songs and dances from tribal canoe families, and canoe ceremonies are in this inspiring 54-minute documentary<< MORE >>

What Makes David Bean Who He Is?

David has faced much adversity, false accusations and threats yet he holds his head up, smiles and helps even his accusers. He is always available to speak with tribal members<< MORE >>

HOW DO YOU MAKE GOOD PEOPLE DO BAD THINGS?

I was in the council chambers when legal papers were served on each of the
seven council members.  The court papers listed 49 individuals who
were taking legal action against the entire tribal council.  It is a matter
of public record.  It was nothing more than rehashing issues related
to  the last ...<< MORE >>

Recall and Election Facts (aka Biggest Losers)

Opponents of Full Circle held a press conference September 20th and told the News Tribune they had enough signatures to hold a recall vote against James Miles and David Bean. Someone must have mis-counted, because, according to the Puyallup Tribal Election Committee, there weren’t enough signatures collected to trigger a ...<< MORE >>

What is Full Circle Really About?

For years I listened to tribal council candidates and members state that children are our most valuable asset. I advocated for a child abuse center. I advocated for social services to address the needs of children who were/are abused It fell to deaf ears until David Bean, James Miles and Nancy Shippentower Games were on the tribal council. CHILDREN are our most valuable asset. Isn't it time to address their needs?<< MORE >>

Being part of the solution - Robert Satiacum

This web site was intended to become an on line newsletter, designed to share accomplishments, stories, family news, community announcements and so forth.<< MORE >>

Full Circle Reality Check

Myths, rumors and misunderstandings you may have heard about Full Circle

Despite the internet, e-mail and text-messaging, the greatest source of information in our tribe is still good old “word of mouth”. Sometimes however, words can take on a life of their own and become rumors, misunderstandings, or ...<< MORE >>
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