Archive - Dec 24, 2008

Obama including First Americans in establishing new government direction for United States

From Indian Country Today

Wizipan Garriott named Obama’s First Americans Public Liaison

By Rob Capriccioso - Story Updated: Dec 15, 2008

WASHINGTON – Wizipan Garriott, 28, has been appointed First Americans Public Liaison, a newly created position in President-elect Barack Obama’s transition team. The position is aimed at honoring a nation-to-nation relationship with tribes.

Amy Brundage, a spokeswoman for the team, confirmed Garriott’s role Dec. 10.