Nixon's Policies Empowered Tribes
Jeannie BarbourJeannie Barbour explains how most people aren't aware of Nixon's impact on Native Americans and how his policies helped them reestablish sovereignty and achieve independence from federal programs. His insight and administration set the foundation for American Indian independence and resulted in the Self-Determination Act of 1975.
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Self-Governance, Great Leadership
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Reestablishing Indian Self-Governance
Neal McCaleb, Ambassador At-Large, Chickasaw NationIn 1898 tribes were stripped of any right to control their own affairs.
The Self-Determination Act of 1975
Jeannie BarbourReturning to self-governance reestablished the status the people of the Chickasaw Nation had enjoyed in their original homeland.
One Tribe One Mission
"Our mission to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people will continue to serve as our guidepost as we work together to build an even brighter future"
Bill Anoatubby, Governor
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