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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 … Continued

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 … Continued

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 … Continued

( – promoted by navajo) Following World War II, many American politicians wanted to end the federal relationship with Indian nations. They cited the cost … Continued