The Presidency Of Nixon Flashcards
What was Nixon’s opinion in reference to Native Americans?
. He largely based his ideas on those of his predecessor Johnson h had referred to the Native Americans as the forgotten Americans.
. He criticised the federal programmes designed to help Natives as they were dominated by whites.
. He also criticised the policy of Termination
What was the Indian Education Act?
. This Act increased the amount of money available for Native American schools. This policy was continued by future presidents.
In what other ways did Nixon aid Native Americans?
. SomeNative American nations, which had lost their status, regained their recognition and rights. This therefore allowed them access to the courts.
. The pledge to restore lost lands was put into practice with the return of lands to a number of tribes e.g. Makkah, Taos Pueblo etc.
. A Native American, Louis R. Bruce Jr, was appointed commissioner for Indian Affairs and a policy of Affirmative action was pursued in appointments in the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
