Roberts, Chris.

Russell Means / Chris Roberts. - Progressive, 2001. Los Angeles Times, 2001. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2002. Article 36. Human Relations, 1522-3248; .

This MARC record contains two articles. Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2002. Originally Published: Russell Means, Sept. 2001; pp. 36-39. Originally Published: A Battle over Who Is Indian, Jan. 4, 2001; pp. A1+.

RUSSELL MEANS -- "Means helped change the way American Indians are treated in this country. He became leader of AIM [American Indian Movement] shortly after the organization came together in 1968....But it was the 1973 siege and occupation of Wounded Knee, South Dakota, that made him nationally known." (PROGRESSIVE) This article is an interview with AIM activist and former leader Russell Means, one of the most famous and powerful American Indian figures. A BATTLE OVER WHO IS INDIAN -- "A nationwide debate is raging as membership and other benefits are denied to some who lack a certain percentage of native blood. Without more inclusiveness, some fear tribes will die out." (LOS ANGELES TIMES) This article examines the debate spreading through many tribes over who is considered Indian, with some arguing for tighter restrictions while others push for a relaxation of requirements.

1522-3248;


Means, Russell.


American Indian Movement.


Ethnicity.
Genealogy.
Indian activists.
Indians of North America--Ethnic identity.
Tribes.
Indians of North America--Cultural assimilation.
Indians of North America--Education.
Oglala Indians.


Flathead Indian Reservation (Montana).

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