Originally Posted by ibarapaho

For generations native people have fought and died to maintain our identity. The powwow is a contemparary tradition that combines the traditions of many tribes through out north america. The songs that are sung (both old and new) are a celebration of all that is Indian. We dance for those of use that can no longer dance for themselves and in honor of those that came before us. In your opinion is it proper for a non- Indian (white) hobbist to serve as head man dancer for a tribal Powwow?