Tuesday is primary election day for the six member nations of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe.

The Chippewa Tribe is a federally recognized government that includes Bois Forte, Fond du Lac, Grand Portage, Leech Lake, Mille Lacs and White Earth Nations. Members of all of those tribes are voting across the state.

MPR News’ Native News reporter Melissa Olson joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to explain what’s on the ballot.

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  Minnesota Chippewa Tribe primary elections take place Tuesday
  
  

Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.

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