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Tribal Leaders Unite Against Federal Government

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0003

Dates

  • June 17, 1971
  • 92nd (1971-1973)

Scope and Contents

The text is a letter from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, discussing an inter-tribal council meeting and expressing concern about an Indian boy named Jimmy Sam who has been causing trouble. The meeting involved leaders of the five civilized tribes in Oklahoma who are planning to challenge federal government mandates regarding tribal election procedures. The tribes are considering legal action and are determined to establish their own rules for elections. The meeting also addressed the issue of a 35-year minimum age requirement for chief candidates, with some tribes refusing to comply. The text highlights the tribes' determination to assert their autonomy in the face of federal interference.

Creator

Non-specified

Congress 92nd (1971-1973)

Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma

Tribal Affiliation Cherokee Indians; Chickasaw Indians; Choctaw Indians; Creek Indians; Seminole Indians
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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