tribal courts and elders

i had dinner with m-ii and her uncle a few weeks ago. it was good dinner. we had good table conversation too regarding elders and tribal courts. some interesting points were covered as well as food for thought (no pun intended).
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the judging panel: it should consist of both YOUNG people and the elderly. why? young people should be part of the decision-making process. elders possess great wisdom, but the views and direction given by young people is great too. having young people on the judging panel will empower youth to seek out leadership positions and give others hope. call it leadership development. there are too many great reasons to include young people in the decision-making process. too many to list.

the elders: generally possess great wisdom--but not all elders are wise. i found this out working with kinguliamta ciunerrkaat at AVCP. some are just old in age. elders are people too, you know. its okay to question their logic. its 2006, not 1906. but remember....respek yo elders.

more thoughts....

elders = advisors: if you want great counsel regarding any decision, ask an elder. they make great advisors. their words reflect years and years of experience, personal and professional. but, be wary of giving elders absolute power--times are a changing. and remember, respek yo elders.