Dusten Brown honored by National Congress of American Indians
Earlier today Dusten Brown was honored by the National Congress of American Indians. In a ceremony attended by dozens of native military veterans, he was recognized for his service in the Oklahoma National Guard. The meeting opened yesterday with approximately 3000 Indians from across the country in attendance.Dusten’s daughter, Veronica Brown, 4, removed to South Carolina by her Capobianco “adopters” while not present in person was there in spirit. The AP reports: During a ceremony that featured drumming and Native American songs, tribal members wrapped a brightly colored prayer quilt around Brown. The gift is intended to comfort him on the days he misses his daughter. Brown was also presented with an eagle feather to honor his service in the military. S. Joe Crittenten, deputy principal chief of the Cherokee Nation praised Dusten as a good man and a good father. “Veronica will always be a Cherokee citizen, and we look forward to the day she comes home to Dusten.” Dusten remained silent during the ceremony and made no public statement afterwards. This sad picture from the ceremony is a little fuzzy. Go here for a clearer shot. Ironically, Oklahoma Governor Mary Falliln opened the event. She became instrumental in the destruction of the Brown family Continue Reading →