The Elder Women The elder women of the five nations choose the members of the Great Council. The elder women also may "take away a sachem's name," that is, remove him from office. Women are not permitted to sit on the Council, however.
The elder women of the five nations choose the members of the Great Council. The elder women also may "take away a sachem's name," that is, remove him from office. Women are not permitted to sit on the Council, however.