It is my understanding that the Gwich'in wanted part of the oil pie until it proved out that they would have none due to their location and past non-participation. Now, with the Greenies telling them their access to migratory herds will be hurt, that they should side with the Greenies to get some recognition for their plight, and that the other guys will get it all they are the poster children of the Leftists. The real residents have been ignored and they want the development (in a low-impact manner).
The good thing is that papers like this one, in eastern cities are finally beginning to mention that tribes other than the Gwinch'in exist, which they hadn't heretofore.
Bump!