And then came Azure’s “unofficial challenge” to find ways to educate lawmakers and others about North Dakota’s Native people.

Turtle Mountain tribal chairman Jamie Azure is asking for more tribal understanding from the state, and we can understand why, but Azure could also stand to heed his own advice.

During a meeting in Belcourt, conversations took place regarding comments made during legislative sessions earlier this year.

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