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James Hena

The War on Poverty and the first time Indians were given an opportunity to manage money themselves

Topic:
Reservation Life
Descriptor:
LBJ
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About James Hena

James Hena is a past president of the Association on American Indian Affairs, and a six-time governor of Tesuque Pueblo. Mr. Hena points out that many reservation lands are devoid of natural resources or other employment options that might bring economic gain to Native people, creating an ongoing need for funds from the U.S. government.

Tribal Affiliation

Tesuque Pueblo

Hometown

New Mexico

Occupation

Former Governor of the Tesuque Pueblo

Region

Southwest