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Author:

Alfred, Gerald R.

Title:

Peace, power, righteousness : an indigenous manifesto / Taiaiake Alfred.

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publisher:

Oxford University Press,

Copyright Date:

c2009

Description:

202 p. ; 23 cm.

Subject:

Indians of North America--Politics and government.
Self-determination, National--Canada.
Self-determination, National--United States.
Indians of North America--Government relations.
Indian leadership--Canada.
Indians of North America--Interviews.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (p. [190]-197) and index.

Contents:

Native American political traditions -- Native political elites -- The abuse of power -- Re-empowerment -- Sovereignty: an inappropriate concept -- Colonial mentalities -- Co-optation -- Self-conscious traditionalism -- Leadership -- Responsibility -- Money -- Modern treaties: a path to assimilation? -- For the youth: toward a new Native leadership.

ISBN:

0195430514
9780195430516

Locations:

USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)