termination
The Termination Era
In 1945 Commissioner of Indian Affairs John Collier, who had emphasized cultural pluralism for American Indians, was forced to resign by congressional opponents who sought […]
termination
Denying Indian Nations Legal Representation
With the passage of the Indian Reorganization Act (IRA) in 1934, the United States government sought to bring economic development to Indian reservations by making […]
The Termination of the Menominee
Following World War II, the United States wanted to get out of the Indian business: that is, to sever all relationships with Indian tribes. In […]
American Indian Relocation
( – promoted by navajo) Following World War II, many American politicians wanted to end the federal relationship with Indian nations. They cited the cost […]