Cherokees to Vote on Tribal Constitution
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0029
Dates
- Majority of material found within 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)
Scope and Contents
The Cherokees will vote on a tribal constitution soon, regardless of who wins the election for chief. The proposed constitution includes an elected tribal council and aims to limit the chief's power. Concerns have been raised that an amendment granting the chief veto power over the council could consolidate power in the chief's hands. Cherokee debts from a previous venture are also a major concern.
Creator Non-specified
Creator Non-specified
Congress
93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Campaign management--United States; Voting--United States
Tribal Affiliation Cherokee Indians
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Campaign management--United States; Voting--United States
Tribal Affiliation Cherokee Indians
Source
- Bartlett, Dewey F., 1919-1979 (Person)
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository