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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0090
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna Harris: A Dual Heritage Activist Championing for Indian Rights
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Overview of Federal Programs Aimed at Alleviating Poverty and Unemployment in Urban and Rural Areas
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Education--United States, Education
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Low-Income Communities: An Overview of the Community Self-Determination Act
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Directory of the National Association for Community Development Board of Directors
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Indians, Menominee Indians, Ojibwa Indians
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Business--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Community Action and Economic Opportunity: A Chronicle of the War on Poverty in Vermont
- Date:
- 1967-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Biography--Political aspects, Agricultural laws and legislation, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Women to Fight Poverty: Insights from the 1968 National Council of Women of the U.S. Bulletin
- Date:
- 1968-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1968 Women's Advisory Council on Poverty: Feedback and Census Questionnaire
- Date:
- 1968-07-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Minutes from the January 1969 Women's Advisory Council on Poverty Planning Committee Meeting
- Date:
- 1969-01-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_11_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "1969 Letter from Duke City Lumber Co. Regarding Pueblo de Taos Land Legislation"
- Date:
- 1969-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_11_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Vietnam Soldier's Perspective on the Taos Indian Land Claim Controversy"
- Date:
- 1969-03-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation, Religion
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["LaDonna Harris, a prominent Native American activist, is proud of her mixed heritage and works to support indigenous communities through her organization Americans for Indian Opportunity. Raised by her Indian grandparents, she married a white man who became a successful lawyer and politician. Despite setbacks, LaDonna remains committed to advocating for Native American rights and believes in working collaboratively with people of all backgrounds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0090_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna Harris: A Dual Heritage Activist Championing for Indian Rights")
![["The document describes various programs under the Office of Economic Opportunity, such as the Concentrated Employment Program, Jobs Program, Community Action Programs, Work Study, Adult Basic Education, Work Experience, Rural Loans, Upward Bound, Legal Services, and Small Business Loans. These programs aim to provide training, education, employment opportunities, and financial assistance to low-income and unemployed individuals in urban and rural areas. The programs are designed to address poverty and help individuals become self-sufficient."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Conferences%20and%20Committees,%201966-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Overview of Federal Programs Aimed at Alleviating Poverty and Unemployment in Urban and Rural Areas")
![["The Community Self-Determination Act promotes economic development in lower income communities through local self-help, ownership, and decision-making. It establishes Community Development Corporations (CDCs) owned by residents, which manage businesses and social service programs. The Act also creates Community Development Banks (CDBs) for financing, tax incentives for outside companies to invest in communities, and grants for management training. The Act is supported by bipartisan Congress members and has been implemented in various communities across the country."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20June-February,%201968-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Low-Income Communities: An Overview of the Community Self-Determination Act")
![["The document lists various individuals and organizations involved in community development and economic opportunity initiatives across different states in the United States. The National Association for Community Development is a private, nonprofit organization established in 1965 to provide all citizens with opportunities to realize their full potential. The list includes board members, executive directors, and organizations working towards community development and economic empowerment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20June-February,%201968-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Directory of the National Association for Community Development Board of Directors")
![["The document discusses the impact of the Office of Economic Opportunity's Community Action program in Raleigh County, West Virginia. Residents share their positive experiences with programs such as medical care and hot lunches for schools, and highlight the effectiveness of lobbying for legislation to benefit the community, such as a strip mining law. The document emphasizes the importance of community involvement and hope for the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Conferences%20and%20Committees,%201966-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Community Action and Economic Opportunity: A Chronicle of the War on Poverty in Vermont")
![["The document discusses the ways in which women can get involved in addressing poverty, including visiting impoverished areas, reading relevant literature, and taking action in their communities. It highlights the importance of personal connections and understanding the realities of poverty, as well as the need for collective action and addressing issues like racism. The document also reflects on a meeting where women discussed strategies and initiatives to combat poverty and inequality."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Conferences%20and%20Committees,%201966-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Women to Fight Poverty: Insights from the 1968 National Council of Women of the U.S. Bulletin")
![["The document is a questionnaire from the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty, asking for feedback on a conference and suggestions for future improvement. It also asks for information on programs that could help alleviate poverty, and demographic information about the respondent's community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20June-February,%201968-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1968 Women's Advisory Council on Poverty: Feedback and Census Questionnaire")
![["The Women's Advisory Council on Poverty Planning Committee held a meeting on January 7, 1969 to discuss preparations for a conference on Women in the War on Poverty. The committee members were introduced and plans were made for workshops and presentations at the conference. Discussions were held on inviting various organizations, subsidizing registration fees, and the structure of the conference. The meeting concluded with plans for workshops and a plenary session for the conference."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20June-February,%201968-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Minutes from the January 1969 Women's Advisory Council on Poverty Planning Committee Meeting")
![["Duke City Lumber Co., Inc. is against legislation to grant 48,000 acres of land in the Carson National Forest to the Pueblo del Taos Indians. They believe that withdrawing such a large amount of public land would be excessive and detrimental to New Mexicans. They suggest a compromise similar to S. 750, which would grant the tribe exclusive use of 1,640 acres while allowing the Forest Service to administer the remaining area for the benefit of all citizens. They urge the introduction of a bill similar to S. 750 in the House Interior and Insular Affairs Committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_11_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Pueblo%20Del%20Taos%20Indians,%201967-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_11_0001_thumbnail.jpg "\"1969 Letter from Duke City Lumber Co. Regarding Pueblo de Taos Land Legislation\"")
![["A soldier serving in Vietnam from Taos County expresses his thoughts on the Taos Indian tribe's fight for their land and traditions. He believes that the tribe should have the right to keep their land and that the government should respect their traditions. The soldier also criticizes those who question the tribe's ability to manage their own land and calls for support for the tribe's fight. He hopes for a better world and for the United States to uphold its standards of fairness and democracy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_11_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Pueblo%20Del%20Taos%20Indians,%201967-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_11_0008_thumbnail.jpg "\"Vietnam Soldier's Perspective on the Taos Indian Land Claim Controversy\"")