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A Treaty Divvies Up The Colorado River (1922) w/ Charly Edsitty

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Legal Manipulation and Indigenous Rights in the Colorado River Compact

This chapter explores the intricate legal manipulations surrounding the 1922 Colorado River compact and its adverse effects on indigenous populations. It highlights how the U.S. government ignored its obligations to Indian tribes regarding water delivery, effectively marginalizing their voices in the legal discourse.

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