Honor Indian Treaties
The U.S. Constitution calls treaties "the Supreme Law of the Land." And yet New York State is about to violate U.S. treaties that have lasted over 200 years. The state plans to implement regulations that would impose sales tax on petroleum and tobacco products sold on Indian lands. These regulations would violate sacred treaties between the U.S. and Indian tribes.
Since 1794 the U.S. has acknowledged Indian independence, and the Treaty of 1842 clearly says the Seneca Nation will not be taxed by any US government. Including New York State. The state's unconstitutional action will cause over 1000 Indians and non-Indians to lose their jobs, consumer prices to rise, and businesses to close.
We urge you to explore this topic and learn more about this issue. Tell Governor David A. Paterson how you feel. Urge the Governor to honor the supreme law of the land. Because if you break a treaty, you break the law
This is the lands of my father, and his father and of my people. I have sent a letter to the Governor to kindly rethink his actions , and let the treaty stand...it has stood for 200 years, and it is not right to recind on this promise.
I am waiting to be contacted by my people, and the Seneca Nation Tribal Councel. When this happens the Six tribles will gather ...and I will be there.
The Seneca Nation of Indians (SNI) is one of the six tribes of the Iroquois Confederacy who occupy aboriginal lands in New York State set aside by the Treaty of Canandaigua of 1794. The Seneca Nation of Indians has a total population of over 7200 enrolled members and holds title to three territories in New York, one of which includes the City of Salamanca.
All support will be appreciated.....Thank you