Empowering Indian Communities: A Call for State Collaboration and Responsibility
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0019
Dates
- June 10, 1966
- 89th (1965-1967)
Scope and Contents
Commissioner Robert L. Bennett believes in the abilities and capabilities of the Indian people and advocates for high expectations and partnership with Indian leadership. He emphasizes the need to eliminate paternalism, address the failure expectancy among young Indian people, and involve states in taking more responsibility for their Indian populations. Bennett also highlights the importance of developing Indian resources for economic growth and providing quality education for Indian children. He stresses the need for cooperation between federal, state, and local governments to support the advancement of Indian communities.
Extent
10 pages
Creator
Bennett, Robert L., 1912-2002
Congress 89th (1965-1967)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma
Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
Congress 89th (1965-1967)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma
Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
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Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository