By Lynda Powless and Lisa Iesse Writers SIX NATIONS OF THE GRAND RIVER-Being a politician means living your life in the public eye while balancing work and a personal life. Turtle Island News approached all six newly elected band councillors who are experiencing life under the public lens while juggling family. Four responded to our requests, Councillor Amos Keye, Dean Hill, Alaina VanEvery and Cynthia Jamieson. Since being elected in November, councillors have attended almost daily orientations, combined with regular council meetings, appointments, obligations and their regular jobs. Six Nations Elected Council (SNEC) positions are part-time and many of the councillors also work full time or in a combination of part-time work. Juggling so many roles, means time and energy can be stretched to its limits. For Councillor Amos Keye its…
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