Native Tribes Speak Out: A Casino Plan's Impact on Ancestral Lands

Patwin tribes in California are worried about a proposed casino project that threatens their ancestral lands. The Department of the Interior is pushing this plan, which would see an eight-story casino built by the Scotts Valley Pomo tribe on Patwin territory. This development could destroy cultural sites and harm local wildlife. Many groups oppose the plan, but the Patwin tribes feel their voices aren't being heard. They believe their ancestral lands should be protected and respected. The Scotts Valley Pomo tribe claims to have historical ties to the area, but this is questioned by many historians and public agencies. The Department of the Interior has been criticized for not involving local tribes in its decision-making process. The Patwin tribes want their ancestral homes to be safe and prosperous for future generations.