[scriblett]

Do we have to pay them in perpetuity? In Canada, different levels of gov't pay up to $10 Billion a year to natives, but many are still living in poverty. There is no accountability, but we do have a lot of rich chiefs and a load of poor natives.

Suggesting that is about time that natives become full and equal citizens, which means they have to work for a living and pay taxes, brings the usual screams of racism and bigotry.

How long does this have to go on for - settle all the land claims quickly then close it off and accept no more after that date. Pay them off gradually over a number of years, then say - thats it.. Time to be equal citizens

[Chad Fairbanks]

Suggesting that is about time that natives become full and equal citizens, which means they have to work for a living and pay taxes, brings the usual screams of racism and bigotry.

Yeah, well here in the U.S., we ARE full and equal citizens who work for a living and pay taxes. But, I'm just repeating myself.

[Harmless Teddy Bear]

Do we have to pay them in perpetuity?

I don't know. Is your word good or isn't it? Right now it seems that you are following a path that is all too familiar.

Keeping your word only as long as it is convenient.