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The Native American Government that helped inspire the US Constitution

When the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met in 1787 to debate what form of government the United States should have, there were no contemporary democracies in Europe from which they could draw inspiration. The most democratic forms of government that any of the convention members had personally encountered were those of Native American nations. Of particular interest was the Iroquois Confederacy, which historians have argued wielded a significant influence on the U.S. Constitution.

READY FOR PERFORMANCES -- Director/producer and mother/ daughter team, Katy Haun (left) and Sharon Haun are ready for the historical play Voices of the Wind People Friday and Saturday nights at the Neosho Riverwalk Amphitheater. The pair have been directi
The newly renovated Courtyard at Council Grove Elementary School was shown to the student body and parents on Friday. Many heartily agree that it is an immense improvement.

‘Voices of the Wind People’ returns this weekend at Neosho Riverwalk Amphitheater

The outdoor drama Voices of the Wind People will once again come to life this weekend, bringing the powerful story of the Kaw (Kanza) people and early settlers of Council Grove to the stage of the outdoor amphitheater at the Neosho Riverwalk Amphitheater. Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday, September 20 and 21, at 8 p.m. each evening.

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