Theories of cultural relativism fed into New Deal plans to assimilate the American Indian into the larger white society.

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Theories of cultural relativism emphasized the importance of preserving and respecting the cultural traditions of different groups, including the American Indian. The New Deal policies toward the American Indian, while flawed, were more focused on promoting tribal self-government and economic development within Indian communities, rather than assimilation into white society.

Theories of Cultural Relativism Fed into New Deal Plans to Assimilate