November 1, 2003 Buckskin Diplomacy The objects Lewis and Clark acquired in negotiations with Indian nations have much to say. by Christopher Reed From The November-December 2003 Issue Published in the November-December 2003 print issue in the Features section. Read more articles by Christopher Reed Most popular The Supreme Court Affirmative Action Rulings: An Analysis The underlying arguments project clashing worldviews of race and appropriate remedies. Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide. Lafayette’s Unexpected Gift to George Washington: Pheasants The two birds will be on display at Harvard this summer. Explore More From Current Issue Research Growing liver implants, mapping the sense of smell, and journalism at risk Science There’s a growing movement to curb light pollution. It starts on your front porch. Commencement Conan O’Brien headlines a star-studded cast