Addressing Protests and Complaints about Current Indian Policy: Correspondence between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Congressional Representatives, 1954-01-01 - 1955-12-31
Item — Box: 22, Folder: 26A
Identifier: CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0002
Addressing Protests and Complaints about Current Indian Policy: Correspondence between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Congressional Representatives, 1954-01-01 - 1955-12-31
Scope and Contents
The Bureau of Indian Affairs has received many complaints from the public regarding Indian policy, influenced by literature from the Association on American Indian Affairs. The Bureau refutes the claims made in the literature and defends their policies under Commissioner Emmons. They emphasize the importance of assisting Indian communities and improving their living standards. The Bureau also highlights their commitment to consultation with Indian communities and denies any deprivation of rights.
Dates
- Creation: 1954-01-01 - 1955-12-31
Creator
- From the Collection: Belcher, Page Henry, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma (1951-1973), 1899-1980 (Person)
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
English
Full Extent
9 Pages
Abstract
83rd (1953-1955); 84th (1955-1957)
General
Native Americans
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository