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Democratic Management for Choctaw Citizens: A Call for Support

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0006

Dates

  • January 31, 1947
  • 80th (1947-1949)

Scope and Contents

The letter from Miss Louie LeFlore to Congressman Carl Albert expresses the desire of the Choctaw people in Oklahoma to have a democratic process in selecting their Chief through a nominating convention. They feel that their rights as American citizens are being upheld by requesting this. Miss LeFlore urges Congressman Albert to assist in ensuring that a nominating convention is held in 1948, as promised by previous officials. Congressman Albert responds, expressing his support and willingness to help resolve the issue.

Creator

Durant, William A.

Congress 80th (1947-1949)

Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma

Tribal Affiliation Choctaw Indians; Hopi Indians
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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