Bernie Whitebear

Bernie Whitebear
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Download or read book Bernie Whitebear written by Lawney L. Reyes and published by . This book was released on 2006-04-13 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Bernie began organizing powwows in the 1960s with an eye toward greater authenticity; and by making a name in the Seattle area as an entertainment promoter, he soon became a successful networker and master of diplomacy, enabling him to win over those who had long ignored the problems of urban Indians. Soft-spoken but outspoken, Bernie successfully negotiated with officials at all levels of government on behalf of Indians and other minorities, crossing into political territory normally off-limits to his people.".


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