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Cherokee Election Controversy: Swimmer Remains Chief

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0036

Dates

  • August 14, 1975
  • 94th (1975-1977)

Scope and Contents

A recount of the ballots for chief of the Cherokee tribe showed only a seven-vote difference, with Ross Swimmer remaining the winner. Some competitors filed protests alleging election irregularities and sought relief from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. However, if the election results are not reversed, the candidates may pursue legal action in federal court.

Creator

Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-

Congress 94th (1975-1977)

Policy Area Voting--United States; Campaign management--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma

Tribal Affiliation Cherokee Indians; Delaware Indians
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Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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