Corruption and Controversy: The Creek Tribe's Unjust Inauguration
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0008
Dates
- Majority of material found within 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)
Scope and Contents
The Creek Indians of Eastern Oklahoma are unhappy with the recent election of a tribal leader forced upon them by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. They feel cheated and manipulated, as the election process was flawed and many eligible voters were not able to participate. The chosen leader does not understand the language and is seen as easily manipulated. There are allegations of intimidation and irregularities in the election process. The Creek Indians feel powerless and unheard in the face of corruption and injustice.
Creator
Non-specified
Congress 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Voting--United States; Campaign management--United States
Tribal Affiliation Creek Indians; Seminole Indians
Congress 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Voting--United States; Campaign management--United States
Tribal Affiliation Creek Indians; Seminole Indians
Source
- Bartlett, Dewey F., 1919-1979 (Person)
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository