Lehman Brightman on Economic Opportunity Council

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Film Date
12/1/69
Film Reference Number
KPIX 100796
Description
KPIX news report from a press conference held by American Indian activist Lehman Brightman on December 1st 1969. Brightman is challenging an attempt by the Economic Opportunity Council to force the Indian Center to consolidate two separate programs which provide emergency funds for food and lodging. He declares: "We're sick and tired of these people trying to cram their ideas down our throats. Self determination is what we're ... asking for."
Format
16mm newsfilm