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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declining an Invitation to the National League of American Pen Women Luncheon: A 1967 Correspondence
- Date:
- 1967-04-12
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Letter to LaDonna for a Speaking Engagement at Ponca City Business and Professional Women's Town Club
- Date:
- 1967-05-16
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Decline to Sequoyah Circle's First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet
- Date:
- 1967-09-09
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Hopi Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty and the Southwest Regional Office of Economic Opportunity
- Date:
- 1967-12-29
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Behind the Scenes with LaDonna Harris: The Comanche Indian Wife of Senator Fred Harris
- Date:
- 1969-05-21
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Democratic Party U.S., Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0073
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- La Donna Harris: A Tireless Advocate for Native American Rights and Opportunities
- Date:
- 1970-01-26
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0081
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- La Donna Harris: A Senate Wife Championing the American Indian Cause
- Date:
- 1970-05-24
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0087
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Wife Advocates for Indian Rights and Cultural Acceptance in 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0086
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna Harris Advocates for Urban Indian Rights and Recognition in 1970s America
- Date:
- 1971-08-14
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Immigrants--Legal status
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Mr. Paul Hall Requesting Financial Support for the AIO Action Council
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["Vivian McCullough invites LaDonna Harris to speak at a National League of American Pen Women luncheon, mentioning her previous speaking engagements and suggesting she dress in Indian attire. She also mentions doing public relations work for LaDonna's senator and includes a newspaper article about a recent event. Vivian reminisces about their past interactions and praises LaDonna's rise to national prominence."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0060_thumbnail.jpg "Declining an Invitation to the National League of American Pen Women Luncheon: A 1967 Correspondence")
![["The author, Verna, invites LaDonna to be a speaker at the Ponca City Business and Professional Women's Town Club. She mentions the need for more Democratic representation in Kay County and suggests LaDonna's speech could be about the work of the OIO, her South American trip, or the history of the Indians. Verna expresses gratitude for LaDonna's potential visit and even extends the invitation to LaDonna's husband."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Letter to LaDonna for a Speaking Engagement at Ponca City Business and Professional Women's Town Club")
![["LaDonna Harris expresses regret that she cannot attend the Sequoyah Circle event honoring American Indian traditions and heritage on October 22, 1967, due to prior commitments. However, she offers to assist in any way she can and extends kind regards. In a separate letter, Harvey R. Wells invites Mrs. La Donna Harris to attend the First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet at the California Institution for Men, as part of the efforts of the Sequoyah Circle to preserve American Indian culture. Wells hopes for a convergence of Indian leaders at the event and requests her presence."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Decline to Sequoyah Circle's First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris, Chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty, thanking Walter H. Richter, Director of the Southwest Regional Office of Economic Opportunity, for his cooperation and support. She expresses a desire to meet with the Regional Directors at a conference in May and appreciates the kind words about her husband. Richter responds by praising Harris's leadership and offering assistance from the Southwest Regional Office."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty and the Southwest Regional Office of Economic Opportunity")
![["LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, is a Comanche Indian known for her work in politics and advocacy for American Indians. She is active in mental health, welfare, and Indian affairs meetings, and is not interested in pursuing a political career of her own. She values her Indianness and believes it is a strength, and she and her husband work together to make a difference in Washington. Despite facing challenges and rejection due to her skin color, LaDonna remains dedicated to her work and her husband's political endeavors."]](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_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Behind the Scenes with LaDonna Harris: The Comanche Indian Wife of Senator Fred Harris")
![["LaDonna Harris, a Comanche activist and wife of Senator Fred R. Harris, has been working for over ten years to improve the living conditions and opportunities for American Indians. She founded Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity, which focuses on self-help programs for Indian youth and adults. Harris has also been involved in various committees and organizations advocating for Indian rights and empowerment. She hopes that her work will inspire similar efforts nationwide and is eager for the National Council for Indian Opportunity to become more active in addressing the issues faced by Indian communities."]](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_0073_thumbnail.jpg "La Donna Harris: A Tireless Advocate for Native American Rights and Opportunities")
![["La Donna Harris, the wife of Senator Fred R. Harris, is actively involved in advocating for American Indians through her organization Americans for Indian Opportunity. Despite her efforts, there has been a lack of response from the government, leading to frustration and a decision to step down from the National Council on Indian Opportunity. Harris is determined to push for action and change, even if it means being more assertive towards the administration."]](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_0081_thumbnail.jpg "La Donna Harris: A Senate Wife Championing the American Indian Cause")
![["LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, believes that the sudden popularity of Indian culture is beneficial for the Indian community despite society's historical degradation. She discusses her own experiences of feeling ashamed of her heritage and the need for unity among different tribes. Harris praises a school in Dallas for its work with children from various ethnic backgrounds and advocates for greater tolerance and understanding."]](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_0087_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Wife Advocates for Indian Rights and Cultural Acceptance in 1971")
![["LaDonna Harris, a half Comanche, half Irish woman, is fighting for the rights of American Indians, particularly urban Indians who face discrimination and poverty. She believes in educating the public about Indian culture and history, and is working to raise funds and promote reforms for the Indian community. She emphasizes the need for solidarity among Indians, despite being often misunderstood by the general public."]](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_0086_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna Harris Advocates for Urban Indian Rights and Recognition in 1970s America")
![["LaDonna Harris, on behalf of Americans for Indian Opportunity, is seeking financial support from the Seafarers International Union of North America to fund their advocacy work on Indian affairs and related legislative issues. Harris emphasizes the importance of addressing the economic and social disparities faced by American Indians, which also impact the broader economy and working people. She provides information on their budget and recent activities, and requests a contribution to support their efforts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Mr. Paul Hall Requesting Financial Support for the AIO Action Council")
