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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The 1968 Presidential Race: Fred R. Harris as Potential VP for Hubert Humphrey
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Indigenous Community Faces Refusals from Hospitals: Senator's Wife Advocates for Change in Healthcare Discrimination
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Wife Encourages Young Native Americans to Engage in Politics
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Foreign relations, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Fred Harris: A Potential Vice Presidential Candidate and His Proud, Part-Indian Family
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Small Business, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Political Passion and Civic Engagement: The Harris Family's Dedication to Public Service
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Democratic Party U.S.
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna Harris Predicts Husband and Muskie as Top Candidates for VP
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Retirement, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Hippie Interruption Sparks Non-Violent Uprising at Democratic Convention
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Cherokee Nation, Ojibwa Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Osage Indians
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0080
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna Harris Elected President of New Indian Opportunity Organization in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Navajo Indians, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Democratic Party U.S., Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0085
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Wife Embraces Native Heritage at Annual Powwow
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0084
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Native American Celebration at Southampton: A Night of Dance and Dialogue
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Navajo Indians, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971)
![["The article discusses potential vice presidential candidates for Hubert Humphrey in the 1968 presidential election, focusing on Fred R. Harris, a young and intelligent senator from Oklahoma. Other potential candidates, such as Edmund S. Muskie and Sargent Shriver, are also mentioned. The article highlights the challenges Humphrey faces in choosing a running mate who can appeal to various demographics and help him win the election. Southern Democrats are seen as a key element in the Humphrey coalition, and their support is important in the decision-making process. Ultimately, the article suggests that Humphrey's choice for vice president could impact his chances of winning the presidency."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "The 1968 Presidential Race: Fred R. Harris as Potential VP for Hubert Humphrey")
![["Mrs. LaDonna Harris, wife of junior Oklahoma Senator Fred R. Harris, expressed concern over instances where Indians were turned away from hospitals due to lack of insurance. She encouraged people to report such incidents and offered her assistance as a member of various organizations working on Indian Opportunity and poverty issues. She highlighted the need for better health facilities in the Little Axe area and urged community members to reach out to her for help."]](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_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Indigenous Community Faces Refusals from Hospitals: Senator's Wife Advocates for Change in Healthcare Discrimination")
![["Senator's wife, LaDonna Harris, encourages young Indians to participate in politics and take an active interest in political campaigns. She discusses the importance of Indians being involved in shaping their own future and highlights the influence they can have in elections. LaDonna Harris also promotes the idea of young Indians becoming Peace Corps representatives and emphasizes the cultural changes happening globally. The group she spoke to plans for Indian Achievement Week and to send out college scholarship applications."]](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_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Wife Encourages Young Native Americans to Engage in Politics")
![["La Donna Harris and her daughter Katherine are excited about the possibility of Oklahoma Senator Fred Harris being mentioned as a running mate for Hubert Humphrey. Katherine is part Comanche Indian and part Irish, majoring in human relations and being considered for the position of 'Second Lady'. The Harris family is actively involved in politics and public service, with both parents being 37 years old and married for 19 years. They are supportive of Senator Harris's political career and are excited about the potential opportunity for him to be Vice President."]](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_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Fred Harris: A Potential Vice Presidential Candidate and His Proud, Part-Indian Family")
![["The document discusses Kathy Harris, the daughter of Oklahoma Senator Fred Harris, and her active involvement in politics and social causes. She is dedicated to supporting Hubert Humphrey and advocating for Indian rights. Kathy is also focused on promoting women's roles in society and politics. La Donna Harris, Fred Harris' wife, is also active in politics and supports her husband's campaign. Both women are committed to making a positive impact on society and changing attitudes towards discrimination."]](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_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Political Passion and Civic Engagement: The Harris Family's Dedication to Public Service")
![["LaDonna Harris predicts that either Senator Fred R. Harris or Senator Edmund S. Muskie will be chosen as Vice President by Vice President Hubert Humphrey. Harris supporters are confident of his selection, despite some doubts raised by the New York Times. Oklahoma delegates are split on Harris' chances, with some concerned about his national stature."]](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_0046_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna Harris Predicts Husband and Muskie as Top Candidates for VP")
![["The document describes an incident at a news conference where two hippies interrupted a speech by an American Indian woman. The hippies were eventually escorted out of the room by tribal members. The incident caused tension and disruption, but no one was hurt. The document also mentions the involvement of political figures in the event."]](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_0047_thumbnail.jpg "Hippie Interruption Sparks Non-Violent Uprising at Democratic Convention")
![["LaDonna Harris has been elected as the president of Americans for Indian Opportunity, a new organization advocating for local, Indian-led programs. The organization aims to support self-determination for Indians and address past neglect of Indian issues. Other officers elected include Peterson Zah, Scott Momaday, and J. D. Williams. The organization's board includes several Oklahomans, showing a strong representation from the state."]](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_0080_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna Harris Elected President of New Indian Opportunity Organization in Oklahoma")
![["Mrs. LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, attended an Omaha Indian powwow in Macy and received a shawl as a gift. She expressed her desire to help the Indian people and emphasized the importance of allowing them to make their own decisions. She also mentioned that her husband, a possible Democratic presidential nominee, would have liked to be there. Additionally, LaDonna Harris's cousin Michelle, who is part Comanche and part Omaha Indian, aspires to become a social worker to help the Indian community. The shawl presented to LaDonna Harris was handmade by two Macy women, and she mentioned that she might wear it in the White House someday."]](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_0085_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Wife Embraces Native Heritage at Annual Powwow")
![["The New York Times reports on a party in Southampton where Perry Horse, a Kiowa dancer, performed for guests from various tribes. The party was hosted by Senator Fred R. Harris and featured prominent figures like Floyd Westerman and Andrew Stein. The event aimed to raise awareness and support for American Indians, with guests discussing the mistreatment of indigenous people throughout history. The party showcased traditional Indian fashion and dance, with attendees emphasizing the need for positive representation and support for the community."]](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_0084_thumbnail.jpg "Native American Celebration at Southampton: A Night of Dance and Dialogue")