by Oke 
We have had many battles over the years. We've fought for educational opportunities, recognition by the Federal government, protection of our homelands from coastal erosion and hurricanes, and we're now preparing for the impact of the massive oil spill. The BP Deepwater Disaster threatens the health and long-term survival of the United Houma Nation communities. Spread throughout six parishes of Southeastern Louisiana, our history, culture, and livelihoods are deeply tied to water. We are a resilient people and will do everything we can to preserve our way of life.
The Houma Nation, a 17,000 member tribe, is spread out over several parishes in Southeast Louisiana.
Not even Hurricane Katrina could endanger what BP's carelessness has brought, the biggest fight to survive floating right up to their shores.
Just as the thick oil cuts off oxygen and nutrients needed for the survival of all living things from plankton to plants, the oil is seeping into the fibers of the Houma life and culture.
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