We were n't so boring , and we were becoming visible . Wilma Mankiller says Paul Chaat Smith was one of the most accomplished , famous American . She was inspired by the the Cherokee Nation occupation in 1979 to become politically involved . He says she endured health disasters , other challenges and persevered . Smith : Her life made a new future possible .
Wilma Mankiller says Paul Chaat Smith was one of the most accomplished , famous American . She was inspired by the the Cherokee Nation occupation in 1979 to become politically involved . He says she endured health disasters , other challenges and persevered . Smith : Her life made a new future possible .