In 1992, Ben Nighthorse Campbell became the first Native American elected to the U.S. Senate in more than sixty years. His path to politics was an unlikely one. After a difficult childhood, Ben joined the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He later became an Olympian, a teacher, and a successful jewelry maker. Ben has never been afraid to take risks. And they have paid off for him. Part of the Notable Indigenous Americans series, this book tells the story of a boy with nearly all the odds stacked against him who became an inspiring athlete, educator, artist, and lawmaker.

This book tells the story of a boy with nearly all the odds stacked against him who became an inspiring athlete, educator, artist, and lawmaker. In 1992, Ben Nighthorse Campbell became the first Native American elected to the U.S. Senate in more than sixty years

Traces the life of the United States Senator, and describes how he has preserved his Indian heritage

Chronicles the life of Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, the only Native American serving in Congress today, discussing how he overcame his troubled youth to achieve success in many different fields.

This book is a short biography of Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell. Beginning Biographies.

Traces the life of the United States Senator, and describes how he has preserved his Indian heritage.