Jon S., it’s a good thing Seattle isn’t a few miles
farther north. Canadians are even more PC when it comes to Indians than
we are. This story may be confusing to the non-Canadian ear:
The reserve where two First Nations inmates burned to death in a “caged
inferno” Sunday has no firefighting ability ? its fire engine is
broken, its fire protection money has been spent on housing and no one
is trained to fight fires.
First Nations? That’s the PC term du jour in Canada for Indians. They even have a First Nations University that touts:
The First Nations University of Canada provides an opportunity for
students of all nations to learn in an environment of First Nations
cultures and values. The university is a special place of learning
where we recognize the spiritual power of knowledge and where knowledge
is respected and promoted. In following the paths given to us by the
Creator, the First Nations have a unique vision to contribute to higher
education. With the diversity and scope of the First Nations degree
programs, the university occupies a unique role in Canadian higher
education.
Strangely, however, the government agency that deals with First Nations issues hasn’t gotten the word about the name change.
