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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
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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Norman Oklahoma 73109 United States