A different election

**James48843** · 10-21-2008, 02:29 AM

While we are all talking about the U.S. Election for President- there is another election about to take place, that you may be interested in. I know I am.

It's for the Presidency of a Native American Tribe in South Dakota- and one of the candidates is an interesting guy-

His name, is Russel Means. And he really makes you think.

Here, for some intellectual stimulation, is the guy I am supporting for President (of the Pine Ridge Sioux Nation).

His website is: http://www.russellmeansfreedom.com/

He is an amazing American.

**McDuck** · 10-21-2008, 03:04 AM

In 1988, the faction headed by the Bellecourt brothers released a statement stating that Means had publicly resigned from AIM on no less than six occasions, first in 1974

Since the late 1970s, Means has often supported libertarian political causes, putting him at odds with several of the other leaders of AIM. In 1986 Means traveled to Nicaragua to express his support for Miskito Indians who were allied with the US-funded contra guerillas against the Nicaraguan government. In 1987, Means sought the nomination of the Libertarian Party for president and attracted considerable support within the party,[6] but eventually lost the nomination to Congressman Ron Paul.[7]

Means began an acting career in 1992, appearing as the chief Chingachgook in The Last of the Mohicans. He made subsequent appearances in Natural Born Killers

In 2004 Means made a guest appearance on the HBO program Curb Your Enthusiasm.

**McDuck** · 10-21-2008, 03:05 AM

http://www.aimovement.org/moipr/onrussellmeans.html

**James48843** · 10-21-2008, 03:39 AM

Originally Posted by Greg

In 1986 Means traveled to Nicaragua to express his support for Miskito Indians who were allied with the US-funded contra guerillas against the Nicaraguan government....

Guess that puts him right alongside Oliver North, eh?