Corruption remains one of the greatest threats to governance worldwide. However, as Cherokee Nation: Proceed Undaunted by Chadwick “Corntassel” Smith highlights, a combination of constitutional adherence and cultural values can serve as powerful safeguards against this menace. The Cherokee Nation’s Constitutional Foundations Throughout its history, the Cherokee Nation has relied on its constitutions to define … Read more

Governance is as much about principles as it is about policies, and few examples illustrate this better than the Cherokee Nation’s approach to maintaining checks and balances. As Chadwick “Corntassel” Smith outlines in Cherokee Nation: Proceed Undaunted, the Cherokee Nation’s history offers valuable lessons for modern governments navigating internal and external challenges. The Role of … Read more