Abdnor Calls for Arrest and Prosecution of Dissident Elements at Wounded Knee

Digital item

Identifier: CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0001

Staff Only

Dates

1972-1974
92nd Congress (1971-1973)
93rd Congress (1973-1975)

Scope and Contents

Abdnor calls for the arrest and prosecution of those occupying Wounded Knee in defiance of the law. He argues that this will only be accomplished by force, and that delay has only made the situation more explosive. He describes the lawlessness and destruction that has been taking place at Wounded Knee, and argues that it cannot be allowed to continue.

Extent

3 pages

Additional Description

Creator

unknown

Congress 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975)

Policy Area Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress; Older people -- Medical care -- United States

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified