Correspondence between Senator Fred R. Harris and Veterans of Foreign Wars Commander John DeMontiney on American Indian Affairs, 1966-04-21

Item — Box: 41, Folder: 15

Identifier: CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0037

Scope and Contents

The letter is from the District Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars to Senator Fred R. Harris discussing the need for reform within the Bureau of Indian Affairs to improve the lives of American Indians. The letter expresses support for Senator Harris' efforts and requests a training program for new employees in the Bureau. The District Commander also mentions the need for tribal leaders to have more autonomy in planning and programming for their communities. Senator Harris responds thanking the District Commander for his letter and expressing his interest in the issues raised.

Dates

Creation: 1966-04-21

Creator

Harris, Fred R., 32nd Chair of the Democratic National Committee (1969-1970); United States Senator from Oklahoma (1964-1973), 1930- (Person)

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