A Newsday story states that Shinnecock Indian Nation in Southampton is close to recognition by the federal government that will bring special acknowledgment and important benefits. In addition, if recognition happens, the Shinnecock will probably seek permission to have a gambling center, probably somewhere off the reservation.
Story at Newsday: Shinnecock: We see ‘certain path’ to recognition
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