Justice Department to Investigate Shooting of Native American Youth Amid Rising Tensions in Arizona: Native American Lobby Calls for Action, 1972-07-22

Item — Box: 282, Folder: 3

Identifier: CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0018

Scope and Contents

The Native American Lobby, led by Bill Gover, has called on the Justice Department to investigate the shooting death of a young Pagago Indian in Arizona. The American Indian Movement is also involved in protesting police brutality and exploitation of Indian people in the state. They are forming a coalition with the United Farm Workers to protest conditions in Arizona and plan a rally and march. The Native American Lobby and other Indian organizations support these efforts to stop discrimination and atrocities against Native Americans.

Dates

Creation: 1972-07-22

Creator

From the Collection: 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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