Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Pride in Indian and Eskimo Children: A Story of Recognition and Appreciation 1966-06-10 1966-06-10 Bennett, Robert L. (Robert LaFollette), 1912-2002 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_40_0000, Box, 63, 40, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0020 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0020_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870404 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0020.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma 9 Pages The document consists of a series of letters congratulating the Department of the Interior on their publication "Indian and Eskimo Children" winning an award for excellence. The documents express pride and appreciation for the publication and highlight the importance of learning about and respecting the traditions and culture of American Indians and Eskimos. The publication aims to educate children about these indigenous communities. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Empowering Indian Communities: A Call for State Collaboration and Responsibility 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Bennett, Robert L. (Robert LaFollette), 1912-2002 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_40_0000, Box, 63, 40, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0019 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0019_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870403 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0019.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma 10 Pages Commissioner Robert L. Bennett believes in the abilities and capabilities of the Indian people and advocates for high expectations and partnership with Indian leadership. He emphasizes the need to eliminate paternalism, address the failure expectancy among young Indian people, and involve states in taking more responsibility for their Indian populations. Bennett also highlights the importance of developing Indian resources for economic growth and providing quality education for Indian children. He stresses the need for cooperation between federal, state, and local governments to support the advancement of Indian communities. Text