Meet the 2023 Catawba Nation Election Nominees: Dewey Adams
"I feel our tribe needs to be represented by members of all ages."
Update (May 10, 2023): This and other articles has been updated to reflect the title of “nominee” rather than “candidate”. Sources from the Catawba Nation Longhouse have advised that the final list of candidates may not be available until late May 2023.
Editor's Note: Catawba Future is publishing these statements word for word as received through our Catawba Nation Election Candidate Survey - no edits have been made. Our goal is to provide transparent insight directly to Catawba Citizens from Catawba Nation election nominees independent of the Catawba Nation tribal government. The nominee responses have been verified by phone to ensure they are straight from the source. The responses of the candidates represent their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs or opinions of the Catawba Future team. This article is not intended nor should be interpreted to endorse any specific nominee or candidate.
Dewey Adams is running for the position of Executive Committee Member at Large, a position he notably held while our tribe worked to have our federal recognition reinstated. Check out his responses to our questions below:
What is the most important issue for your platform in this election?
Tribal Sovereignty
What do you believe qualifies you to be elected for this position?
Former Executive Committee and Tribal Contacts
What do you feel you can do for the Catawba Tribe?
Restore Confidence in Leadership
What steps would you take to build Citizen trust in Catawba institutions?
Keep Tribal Nation informed at all times
What do you believe is the best way for the Election Committee to stay in touch with Catawba Citizens?
E-mail, Newsletters, and social media
What's one policy or project you would work to implement during your time in office?
Home Improvements for all Tribal members on and off Reservation
What is your favorite food?
Southern Cooking
Is there anything else you would like to share with our readers?
I feel Our Tribe needs represented by Members of all Ages and one’s off as well as on the Reservation.