American Indian Quarterly, vol. 15, no. 1, Winter, 1991, pp. 1-17
Description
Article examines the Indian Policy of the United States government; argues that the policies hold at their core an evolutionary perspective on social development which places the United States government in a paternalist role, guiding Indigenous people through the evolution of their race.
Outlines key features of the Crown-Aboriginal relationship, looks at whether the conduct of the Crown has met the standard required, nature of the litigation process as well as specific examples of Crown conduct during, preceding and following court cases. Follows discussion with 10 recommendations for reform.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 15, no. 2, Spring, 1991, pp. 153-170
Description
Author examines attempts by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to terminate Indian tribes’ status and recognition in the United States following the second world war. Focuses on the Eastern Cherokee and the conditions surrounding the Nation’s fight for continued recognition.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 18, no. 3, Summer, 1994, pp. 349-368
Description
Article defines “plenary power” and examines its roots and use by the United States Government against Indigenous peoples in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.