Cherokee Nation Principal Chief, Deputy Chief, Tribal Councilors Sworn into Office

TAHLEQUAH, OKLAHOMA — Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Bill John Baker, Deputy Chief S. Joe Crittenden and eight Tribal Councilors pledged today to preserve, protect and defend the Cherokee Nation Constitution as part of their oath of office for the coming four year term. They also vowed to promote the culture, heritage and traditions of the Cherokee Nation.

More than 1,000 people filled the Sequoyah High School gym Friday to watch the swearing-in of the elected leaders and hear Chief Baker vow to continue to improve the lives of Cherokee Nation citizens.

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